| ZIP Code | 08648 |
|---|---|
| City | Lawrence Township |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Mercer County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 66 ft |
| Latitude | 40.28449 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.717487 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 47% below avg |
| College Grads | 64.6% ▲ 67% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 369 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,631 (19.1%) |
| Some College | 1,039 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 1,675 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 730 (3.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,527 (60.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $118,036 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $395,400 ▲ 42% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,953/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,217 |
| Vacant Units | 664 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,217 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 664 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 08648 is located in Lawrence Township, New Jersey, within Mercer County. With a population of 31,142, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.4 years. Economically, 08648 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $118,036 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08648 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $395,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,953 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 08648 is majority White (55.76%). Residents are highly educated — 64.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08648 stands at 6.0%, 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 56%.
Overall, ZIP code 08648 in Lawrence Township, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,142 residents, a median household income of $118,036, and a median home value of $395,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.