| ZIP Code | 08691 |
|---|---|
| City | Trenton |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Mercer County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 147 ft |
| Latitude | 40.208319 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.600928 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 4.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| College Grads | 71.0% ▲ 83% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 27 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,911 (16.6%) |
| Some College | 594 (5.2%) |
| Associates | 809 (7%) |
| Bachelors | 791 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,369 (64.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $129,900 ▲ 70% above avg ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $523,500 ▲ 88% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,845/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,322 |
| Vacant Units | 351 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,322 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 351 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 08691 is located in Trenton, New Jersey, within Mercer County. With a population of 16,924, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.1 years. Economically, 08691 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $129,900 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08691 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $523,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,845 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 08691 is majority White (60.88%). Residents are highly educated — 71.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.0%. Household income has declined by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08691 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — 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 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 08691 in Trenton, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,924 residents, a median household income of $129,900, and a median home value of $523,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.