| ZIP Code | 08829 |
|---|---|
| City | High Bridge |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Hunterdon County |
| Area Code | 908 |
| Elevation | 357 ft |
| Latitude | 40.670111 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.890212 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 3.8% ▼ 62% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.9% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 19% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 622 (26.2%) |
| Some College | 108 (4.5%) |
| Associates | 238 (10%) |
| Bachelors | 230 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,167 (49.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $116,424 ▲ 53% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $298,600 ≈ Avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,747/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,485 |
| Vacant Units | 10 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,485 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 10 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 08829 is located in High Bridge, New Jersey, within Hunterdon County. With a population of 3,584, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.4 years. Economically, 08829 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $116,424 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08829 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $298,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,747 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 12% since 2019.
The population of 08829 is primarily White (73.16%). Residents are well-educated — 58.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.8%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08829 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 08829 in High Bridge, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,584 residents, a median household income of $116,424, and a median home value of $298,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.