| ZIP Code | 08608 |
|---|---|
| City | Trenton |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Mercer County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 26 ft |
| Latitude | 40.219081 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.766843 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.4 yrs ↓ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.99 |
| Below Poverty | 21.7% ▲ 117% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.6% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.8% ▲ 140% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 18 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 208 (34.2%) |
| Some College | 52 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 162 (26.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 168 (27.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Rent | $1,009/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 645 |
| Vacant Units | 85 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.99 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 645 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 85 |
| Owner Occupied | 9.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 90.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.99 |
ZIP code 08608 is located in Trenton, New Jersey, within Mercer County. With a population of 1,118, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.4 years.
Renters can expect to pay around $1,009 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 90.2% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods.
The population of 08608 is majority Black (57.07%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.7%.
The unemployment rate in 08608 stands at 11.8%, which is more than double the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 48%.
Overall, ZIP code 08608 in Trenton, NJ is characterized as moderately educated, and a relatively young community.