| ZIP Code | 08221 |
|---|---|
| City | Linwood |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Atlantic County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 21 ft |
| Latitude | 39.339936 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.56447 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 2.8% ▼ 72% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.9% ▲ 78% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.2% ▲ 46% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 52 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 795 (17.2%) |
| Some College | 264 (5.7%) |
| Associates | 326 (7.1%) |
| Bachelors | 397 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,786 (60.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $135,904 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $351,100 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,070/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,859 |
| Vacant Units | 247 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,859 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 247 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 08221 is located in Linwood, New Jersey, within Atlantic County. With a population of 6,954, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.8 years. Economically, 08221 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $135,904 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08221 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $351,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,070 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 08221 is primarily White (81.45%). Residents are highly educated — 68.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.8%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08221 stands at 7.2%, which is above the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 08221 in Linwood, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,954 residents, a median household income of $135,904, and a median home value of $351,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.