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08742

New Jersey · 25,732 residents · 5.611 sq mi
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ZIP 08742 is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $123,152. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $627,200. With a median age of 47.4, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Households here earn about 37% more than the Ocean County median. Among the 29 ZIP codes in Ocean County, 08742 ranks 4th by median household income.

$123,152
US average: $82,259
$627,200
US average: $376,019
53.2%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
17.9%
Age 65+
19.6%
48.9%
51.1%
2.37 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic87.2%(22,447)
Black0.7%(175)
Hispanic / Latino8.4%(2,168)
Asian1%(258)
Other2.7%(684)
Diversity Score28.9%(7,433)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Ocean County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST4TH OF 29HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
08005$93,584
08006$125,417
08008$120,054
08050$115,676
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 08742?

ZIP code 08742 has about 25,732 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 08742?

The typical household in ZIP code 08742 earns about $123,152 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 08742 expensive?

In ZIP code 08742, the median home is worth about $627,200, and the typical rent is about $1,884 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 08742?

About 53.2% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 08742 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 08742?

About 4.6% of people in ZIP code 08742 live below the federal poverty line.

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