| ZIP Code | 08736 |
|---|---|
| City | Manasquan |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Monmouth County |
| Area Code | 732/848 |
| Elevation | 55 ft |
| Latitude | 40.120018 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.053257 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 2.8% ▼ 72% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.3% ▲ 97% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.5% ▲ 34% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 37 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,016 (11.1%) |
| Some College | 354 (3.9%) |
| Associates | 758 (8.3%) |
| Bachelors | 595 (6.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,360 (69.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $170,042 ▲ 123% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $849,800 ▲ 205% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,838/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,155 |
| Vacant Units | 949 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,155 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 949 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 08736 is located in Manasquan, New Jersey, within Monmouth County. With a population of 13,056, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.8 years. Economically, 08736 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $170,042 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08736 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $849,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,838 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 08736 is primarily White (90.33%). Residents are highly educated — 76.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.8%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08736 stands at 6.5%, which is above the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 08736 in Manasquan, NJ is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,056 residents, a median household income of $170,042, and a median home value of $849,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.