| ZIP Code | 08731 |
|---|---|
| City | Forked River |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Ocean County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 107 ft |
| Latitude | 39.859886 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.292741 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.5 yrs ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.5% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 267 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,882 (32.8%) |
| Some College | 1,724 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 1,696 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,473 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,854 (32.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,267 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $360,000 ▲ 29% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,080/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,663 |
| Vacant Units | 1,130 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,663 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,130 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 08731 is located in Forked River, New Jersey, within Ocean County. With a population of 21,136, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.5 years. Economically, 08731 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,267 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08731 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $360,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,080 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 08731 is primarily White (81.66%). Residents are well-educated — 42.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08731 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 08731 in Forked River, NJ is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,136 residents, a median household income of $93,267, and a median home value of $360,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.