| ZIP Code | 08837 |
|---|---|
| City | Edison |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 732/848/908 |
| Elevation | 96 ft |
| Latitude | 40.514281 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.343859 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.0 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 4.7% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.1% ▲ 60% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 26% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 182 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,604 (19.7%) |
| Some College | 771 (5.8%) |
| Associates | 1,448 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 1,183 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,025 (53.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $107,948 ▲ 41% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $432,500 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,778/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,670 |
| Vacant Units | 313 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,670 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 313 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 08837 is located in Edison, New Jersey, within Middlesex County. With a population of 19,954, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36 years. Economically, 08837 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $107,948 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08837 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $432,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,778 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.2%) and renters (49.8%). Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 08837 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 38.7%. Residents are highly educated — 62.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.7%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08837 stands at 6.2%, 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 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 08837 in Edison, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 19,954 residents, a median household income of $107,948, and a median home value of $432,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.