ZIP Code 08002, New Jersey
ZIP Code 08002 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 08002 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Camden County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 24,015. The land area covers 7.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,015 | ±1,422 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,652 | ±485 | 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 | 10,330 | ±455 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,652 | ±485 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 678 | ±274 |
| Median Home Value | $331,200 | ±$13,270 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,974 | ±$195 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $100,951 | ±$6,395 |
| Per Capita Income | $51,949 | ±$4,854 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.4% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,469 | ±695 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.7% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,880 | ±886 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.5% | ±1.4% |
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: 533,988 (2024)
ID: 170098
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK SUPERVISOR
520 MARKET ST, FL 15, CAMDEN NJ 08102-1375
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | CHERRY HILL, NJ | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Pennsauken, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Abington, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Abington, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sharon Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Philadelphia, PA |
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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American Institute-Cherry Hill
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College | 0.6 mi away | 2201 Route 38 8th Floor, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002-4309 |
8564445600
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CHERRY HILL FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 1100 KINGS HIGHWAY NORTH, CHERRY HILL, NJ, 08034 |
(609) 667-0300
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Empire Beauty School-Cherry Hill
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College Vocational | 0.6 mi away | 2100 State Highway #38 Plaza Cherry Hill, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002 |
8009204593
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MERCHANTVILLE READING CENTER
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 130 SOUTH CENTRE ST, MERCHANTVILLE, NJ, 08109 |
(856) 665-3128
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Prism Career Institute-Cherry Hill
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College Vocational | 1.4 mi away | 3 Executive Campus Rt 70, Suite 280, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002 |
8563170100
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PENNSAUKEN FREE PUB. LIB.
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 5605 CRESCENT BOULEVARD, PENNSAUKEN, NJ, 08110 |
(609) 665-5959
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Lincoln Technical Institute-Moorestown
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College Vocational | 3.8 mi away | 308 Route 38 W, Moorestown, NJ, 08057 |
856722933342200
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MAPLE SHADE BRANCH
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 200 STILES AVENUE, MAPLE SHADE, NJ, 08052 |
(856) 779-9767
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Rutgers University-Camden
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College | 5.2 mi away | 406 Penn Street, Camden, NJ, 08102 |
8562251766
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HADDONFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 60 N. HADDON AVENUE, HADDONFIELD, NJ, 08033 |
(609) 429-1304
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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 PENNSAUKEN 1N, NJ US, located 2.2 miles from ZCTA5 08002. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.2° | 25.1° | 32.6° | 3.46" | — |
| February | 43.1° | 26.1° | 34.6° | 2.62" | — |
| March | 51.5° | 33.0° | 42.2° | 4.39" | — |
| April | 63.5° | 42.5° | 53.0° | 3.94" | — |
| May | 72.8° | 52.4° | 62.6° | 3.88" | — |
| June | 81.8° | 62.3° | 72.0° | 4.56" | — |
| July | 86.8° | 68.0° | 77.4° | 5.04" | — |
| August | 84.6° | 65.9° | 75.2° | 4.07" | — |
| September | 77.9° | 58.8° | 68.3° | 4.32" | — |
| October | 65.8° | 46.5° | 56.2° | 4.07" | — |
| November | 54.7° | 36.5° | 45.6° | 3.29" | — |
| December | 45.2° | 29.9° | 37.5° | 4.49" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Hill Mall CDP | CDP | 0.7 mi | — |
| Golden Triangle CDP | CDP | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ellisburg CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Merchantville borough | Borough | 1.7 mi | — |
| Kingston Estates CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Westmont CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 08002. • 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.