| ZIP Code | 08879 |
|---|---|
| City | South Amboy |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 732/848 |
| Elevation | 85 ft |
| Latitude | 40.46641 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.278625 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 10.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 41.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 8.4% ▲ 71% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 173 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,574 (34.8%) |
| Some College | 1,443 (9%) |
| Associates | 2,202 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,312 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,310 (33.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $98,000 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $377,700 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,633/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,737 |
| Vacant Units | 511 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,737 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 511 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 08879 is located in South Amboy, New Jersey, within Middlesex County. With a population of 23,263, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.8 years. Economically, 08879 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $98,000 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08879 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $377,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,633 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.7%) and renters (40.3%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 08879 is majority White (55.14%). Residents are well-educated — 41.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.3%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08879 stands at 8.4%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 08879 in South Amboy, NJ is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 23,263 residents, a median household income of $98,000, and a median home value of $377,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.