| ZIP Code | 08553 |
|---|---|
| City | Rocky Hill |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Somerset County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 94 ft |
| Latitude | 40.400347 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.638922 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34035 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 4.3% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 74.7% ▲ 93% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 65 (13.2%) |
| Some College | 14 (2.8%) |
| Associates | 44 (8.9%) |
| Bachelors | 24 (4.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 345 (69.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $127,344 ▲ 67% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $608,200 ▲ 118% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,660/mo ↓ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 319 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 319 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 75.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 08553 is located in Rocky Hill, New Jersey, within Somerset County. With a population of 814, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.8 years. Economically, 08553 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $127,344 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08553 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $608,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,660 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 08553 is primarily White (80.71%). Residents are highly educated — 74.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.3%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08553 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 08553 in Rocky Hill, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 814 residents, a median household income of $127,344, and a median home value of $608,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.