| ZIP Code | 08215 |
|---|---|
| City | Egg Harbor City |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Atlantic County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 9 ft |
| Latitude | 39.59012 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.581951 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 5.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 38 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,993 (41.7%) |
| Some College | 1,060 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 1,414 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 790 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,278 (23.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,630 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $266,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,525/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,813 |
| Vacant Units | 377 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,813 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 377 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
ZIP code 08215 is located in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey, within Atlantic County. With a population of 13,921, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.1 years. Economically, 08215 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,630 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08215 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $266,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,525 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 08215 is majority White (66.86%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.9%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08215 stands at 6.2%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 08215 in Egg Harbor City, NJ is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,921 residents, a median household income of $84,630, and a median home value of $266,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.