ZIP Code 08232, New Jersey
ZIP Code 08232 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 08232 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Atlantic County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 19,887. The land area covers 5.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,887 | ±445 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,377 | ±372 | 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 | 6,887 | ±381 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,377 | ±372 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 510 | ±168 |
| Median Home Value | $195,000 | ±$15,428 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,182 | ±$85 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,899 | ±$5,387 |
| Per Capita Income | $23,643 | ±$1,855 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.9% | ±4.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,891 | ±953 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,753 | ±622 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89% | ±3.8% |
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: 279,114 (2024)
ID: 183765
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
201 SHORE RD, NORTHFIELD NJ 08225-2319
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | EGG HARBOR CITY, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GALLOWAY, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | GALLOWAY, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Atlantic City, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Galloway, NJ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-08 | MAYS LANDING, NJ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | MAYS LANDING, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | MAYS LANDING, NJ | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | EGG HARBOR, 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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Prism Career Institute-West Atlantic City
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College Vocational | 1.4 mi away | 8025 Black Horse Pike Bayport One Suite 250, West Atlantic City, NJ, 08232 |
6094077476
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PLEASANTVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 132 WEST WASHINGTON AVENUE, PLEASANTVILLE, NJ, 08232 |
(609) 641-1778
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Shore Beauty School
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College Vocational | 6.1 mi away | 3003 English Creek Avenue, C-3/4/4B, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, 08234 |
6096453635
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NORTHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 241 W. MILL ROAD, NORTHFIELD, NJ, 08225 |
(609) 646-4476
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Stockton University
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College | 7.3 mi away | 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ, 08205-9441 |
6096521776
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ABSECON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 305 NEW JERSEY AVENUE, ABSECON, NJ, 08201 |
(609) 646-2228
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Atlantic Cape Community College
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College | 10.2 mi away | 5100 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, NJ, 08330-2699 |
6096251111
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LINWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 301 DAVIS AVENUE, LINWOOD, NJ, 08221 |
(609) 927-6756
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VENTNOR COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 6500 ATLANTIC AVENUE, VENTNOR, NJ, 08406 |
(609) 823-4614
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RICHMOND AVE. BRANCH
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Library | 4.0 mi away | WINDSOR & VENTNOR AVES., ATLANTIC CITY, NJ, 08401 |
(609) 347-1902
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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 ATLANTIC CITY, NJ US, located 4.9 miles from ZCTA5 08232. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.6° | 29.9° | 35.8° | 3.09" | — |
| February | 43.1° | 31.3° | 37.2° | 3.27" | — |
| March | 48.4° | 36.9° | 42.6° | 4.27" | — |
| April | 57.1° | 45.6° | 51.4° | 3.36" | — |
| May | 65.7° | 54.9° | 60.3° | 3.10" | — |
| June | 75.0° | 64.8° | 69.9° | 3.23" | — |
| July | 80.3° | 70.5° | 75.4° | 3.75" | — |
| August | 79.2° | 70.3° | 74.8° | 4.13" | — |
| September | 74.0° | 64.6° | 69.3° | 3.56" | — |
| October | 64.9° | 53.6° | 59.3° | 4.25" | — |
| November | 54.9° | 43.1° | 49.0° | 3.44" | — |
| December | 46.6° | 35.1° | 40.9° | 4.17" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasantville city | City | 0.3 mi | — |
| Northfield city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Absecon city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Atlantic City city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Ventnor City city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Margate City city | City | 3.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 08232. • 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.