| ZIP Code | 08243 |
|---|---|
| City | Sea Isle City |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Cape May County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 5 ft |
| Latitude | 39.151013 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.696319 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 65.2 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.84 |
| Below Poverty | 4.7% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.2% ▲ 37% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 432 (23.4%) |
| Some College | 223 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 209 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 110 (5.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 874 (47.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $98,860 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,019,500 ▲ 266% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 6,719 |
| Vacant Units | 5,594 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.84 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,719 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 5,594 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.84 |
ZIP code 08243 is located in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, within Cape May County. With a population of 2,079, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 65.2 years. Economically, 08243 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $98,860 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08243 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,019,500 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 93.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 08243 is primarily White (96.73%). Residents are well-educated — 53.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.7%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08243 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 08243 in Sea Isle City, NJ is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,079 residents, a median household income of $98,860, and a median home value of $1,019,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.