ZIP Code 07960, New Jersey
ZIP Code 07960 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 07960 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Morris County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 46,702. The land area covers 34.62 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46,702 | ±681 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 18,575 | ±612 | 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 | 19,058 | ±629 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 18,575 | ±612 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 483 | ±199 |
| Median Home Value | $735,600 | ±$28,160 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,306 | ±$109 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $160,334 | ±$8,522 |
| Per Capita Income | $90,631 | ±$5,833 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,656 | ±748 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 25,765 | ±847 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96% | ±1.2% |
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: 523,053 (2024)
ID: 109043
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK OF THE FREEHOLDER BOARD
PO BOX 900, MORRISTOWN NJ 07963-0900
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | N | AVENEL, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ROSELLE, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | ELIZABETH, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | HILLSIDE, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DOVER, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | ROCKAWAY, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Rockaway, NJ |
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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Rabbinical College of America
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College | 1.8 mi away | 226 Sussex Ave, Morristown, NJ, 07960-3600 |
9732679404
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MORRISTOWN BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 1 MILLER ROAD, MORRISTOWN, NJ, 07960 |
(201) 538-6161
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Saint Elizabeth University
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College | 3.4 mi away | 2 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, 07960 |
9732904000
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MORRISTOWN-MORRIS TWP JNT PUB LIB
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 1 MILLER ROAD, MORRISTOWN, NJ, 07960 |
(201) 538-6161
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Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
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College | 3.7 mi away | 285 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ, 07940 |
9734438500
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HARDING TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 19 BLUE MILL ROAD, NEW VERNON, NJ, 07976 |
(973) 267-8000
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Drew University
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College | 4.3 mi away | 36 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ, 07940 |
9734083000
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MORRIS COUNTY FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 30 E. HANOVER AVENUE, WHIPPANY, NJ, 07981 |
(201) 285-6930
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Artistic Academy of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 5.3 mi away | 301 Gibraltar Drive, Suite 1-A, Morris Plains, NJ, 07950 |
97365614010
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MORRIS PLAINS LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 77 GLENBROOK ROAD, MORRIS PLAINS, NJ, 07950 |
(201) 538-2599
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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 CANOE BROOK, NJ US, located 8.2 miles from ZCTA5 07960. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.5° | 21.9° | 30.7° | 3.53" | 5.8" |
| February | 41.8° | 23.0° | 32.4° | 2.96" | 8.4" |
| March | 49.8° | 30.6° | 40.2° | 4.19" | 4.6" |
| April | 62.4° | 40.5° | 51.5° | 4.03" | 0.4" |
| May | 72.3° | 50.4° | 61.4° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.5° | 59.9° | 70.7° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.3° | 65.6° | 76.0° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.7° | 63.7° | 74.2° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.9° | 56.3° | 67.1° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.6° | 44.1° | 54.9° | 4.58" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.2° | 34.8° | 44.5° | 3.60" | 0.7" |
| December | 44.1° | 27.6° | 35.9° | 4.43" | 4.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morristown town | Town | 1.8 mi | — |
| New Vernon CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Brookside CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| Cedar Knolls CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Green Village CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Morris Plains borough | Borough | 4.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 07960. • 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.