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08079

New Jersey · 10,762 residents · 88.683 sq mi
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ZIP 08079 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $54,641. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $196,700. Households here earn about 32% less than the Salem County median. Among the 11 ZIP codes in Salem County, 08079 ranks 11th by median household income.

$54,641
US average: $82,259
$196,700
US average: $376,019
20.6%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
21.8%
Age 65+
20.0%
45.8%
54.2%
2.37 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic58.2%(6,264)
Black31.5%(3,391)
Hispanic / Latino6%(642)
Asian1.2%(126)
Other3.1%(339)
Diversity Score69.7%(7,496)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Salem County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST11TH OF 11HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
08001$134,583
08023$65,944
08038$90,179
08067$111,912
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 08079?

ZIP code 08079 has about 10,762 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 08079?

The typical household in ZIP code 08079 earns about $54,641 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 08079 expensive?

In ZIP code 08079, the median home is worth about $196,700, and the typical rent is about $1,113 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 08079?

About 20.6% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 08079 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 08079?

About 15.7% of people in ZIP code 08079 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024