ZIP Code 08344, New Jersey
ZIP Code 08344 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 08344 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Atlantic County / Cumberland County / Gloucester County / Salem County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,564. The land area covers 23.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,564 | ±895 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs | ±6.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,002 | ±237 | 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 | 2,318 | ±263 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,002 | ±237 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 316 | ±169 |
| Median Home Value | $241,800 | ±$15,420 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,571 | ±$240 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $85,938 | ±$17,026 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,757 | ±$3,713 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 232 | ±108 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8% | ±8.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,650 | ±405 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.7% | ±4.5% |
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 | 11 | ANCORA, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SICKLERVILLE, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | VINELAND, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PITTSGROVE, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-02 | Atco, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | GLASSBORO, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | TURNERSVILLE, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | TURNERSVILLE, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRIDGETON, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Bridgeton, 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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Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus
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College | 9.2 mi away | 3322 College Drive, Vineland, NJ, 08362-1500 |
8566918600
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NEWFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 115 CATAWBA AVENUE, NEWFIELD, NJ, 08344 |
(609) 697-0415
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Rowan University
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College | 12.4 mi away | 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ, 08028 |
8562564000
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VINELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 1058 E. LANDIS AVENUE, VINELAND, NJ, 08360 |
(609) 794-4244
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ASI Career Institute
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College Vocational | 13.8 mi away | 5360 Black Horse Pike Suite 6, Turnersville, NJ, 08012-1043 |
8562324677
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FRANKLIN TWP. PUB. LIB./FRANKLINVILLE
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 1584 COLES MILL ROAD, FRANKLINVILLE, NJ, 08322 |
(609) 694-2833
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Camden County College
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College | 15.7 mi away | 200 College Drive, Blackwood, NJ, 08012 |
8562277200
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MONROE TOWNSHIP FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 713 MARSHA AVENUE, WILLIAMSTOWN, NJ, 08094 |
(609) 629-1212
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Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus
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College | 16.8 mi away | 1400 Tanyard Road, Sewell, NJ, 08080 |
8564685000
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HAMMONTON BRANCH
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 451 EGG HARBOR RD, HAMMONTON, NJ, 08037 |
(609) 561-2264
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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 WOODSTOWN PITTSGROV 4E, NJ US, located 9.6 miles from ZCTA5 08344. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.3° | 25.4° | 34.4° | 3.15" | 5.0" |
| February | 46.6° | 26.2° | 36.4° | 3.06" | 5.0" |
| March | 55.0° | 33.1° | 44.0° | 3.89" | 1.4" |
| April | 66.8° | 41.7° | 54.3° | 3.21" | 0.2" |
| May | 75.8° | 51.0° | 63.4° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.8° | 61.2° | 72.5° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.8° | 66.1° | 77.4° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.4° | 63.9° | 75.2° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.8° | 58.1° | 69.0° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.5° | 47.1° | 57.8° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.8° | 37.1° | 46.9° | 3.35" | 0.1" |
| December | 47.6° | 30.2° | 38.9° | 4.39" | 1.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newfield borough | Borough | 1.5 mi | — |
| Buena borough | Borough | 3.1 mi | — |
| Malaga CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Victory Lakes CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Collings Lakes CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Franklinville CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 08344. • 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.