ZIP Code 07002, New Jersey
ZIP Code 07002 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 07002 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hudson County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 71,553. The land area covers 5.82 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71,553 | ±58 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs | ±1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 28,951 | ±793 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 30,786 | ±825 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 28,951 | ±793 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,835 | ±335 |
| Median Home Value | $460,100 | ±$17,175 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,682 | ±$47 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $83,887 | ±$5,237 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,565 | ±$2,485 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.4% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10,280 | ±1,415 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 34,854 | ±1,303 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.4% | ±0.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 736,185 (2024)
ID: 170102
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR
583 NEWARK AVE, JERSEY CITY NJ 07306-2301
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | ASTORIA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | NEW YORK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NEW YORK, NY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BRONX, NY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | LONG ISLAND CITY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Career School of NY
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College Vocational | 2.2 mi away | 350 Saint Marks Place, Staten Island, NY, 10301 |
7184206440
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BAYONNE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 697 AVENUE C, BAYONNE, NJ, 07002 |
(201) 858-6970
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Wagner College
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College | 3.4 mi away | One Campus Rd, Staten Island, NY, 10301-4495 |
7183903100
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WEST NEW BRIGHTON BRANCH
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 976 CASTLETON AVENUE, STATEN ISLAND, NY, 10310 |
(718) 442-1416
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New Jersey City University
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College | 3.5 mi away | 2039 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ, 07305 |
2012002000
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PORT RICHMOND BRANCH
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 75 BENNETT STREET, STATEN ISLAND, NY, 10302 |
(718) 442-0158
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College of Staten Island CUNY
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College | 4.6 mi away | 2800 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY, 10314 |
7189822000
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ST. GEORGE LIBRARY CENTER
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 5 CENTRAL AVENUE, STATEN ISLAND, NY, 10301 |
(718) 442-8560
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Brittany Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 5.1 mi away | 375 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 |
7187451000
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GREENVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 1841 KENNEDY BLVD., JERSEY CITY, NJ, 07305 |
(201) 547-4553
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NEWARK INTL AP, NJ US, located 3.4 miles from ZCTA5 07002. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.0° | 25.5° | 32.8° | 3.42" | 9.1" |
| February | 43.0° | 27.2° | 35.1° | 2.98" | 10.1" |
| March | 50.9° | 34.2° | 42.5° | 4.13" | 5.6" |
| April | 62.6° | 44.1° | 53.3° | 3.87" | 0.5" |
| May | 72.6° | 53.9° | 63.3° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.8° | 63.6° | 72.7° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.9° | 69.4° | 78.2° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.7° | 68.0° | 76.4° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.7° | 60.7° | 69.2° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.0° | 49.0° | 57.5° | 3.79" | 0.2" |
| November | 54.9° | 39.0° | 47.0° | 3.33" | 0.6" |
| December | 44.8° | 31.2° | 38.0° | 4.14" | 5.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayonne city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Jersey City city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Elizabeth city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Newark city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Harrison town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Kearny town | Town | 6.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 07002. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.