ZIP Code 08527, New Jersey
ZIP Code 08527 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 08527 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Ocean County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 58,991. The land area covers 85.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58,991 | ±635 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 20,324 | ±588 | 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 | 21,634 | ±663 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 20,324 | ±588 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,310 | ±312 |
| Median Home Value | $485,800 | ±$13,199 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,890 | ±$155 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $115,487 | ±$8,182 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,185 | ±$2,133 |
| Poverty Rate | 8% | ±1.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,680 | ±887 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 28,097 | ±1,001 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.3% | ±1.3% |
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: 666,434 (2024)
ID: 109044
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR
PO BOX 2191, TOMS RIVER NJ 08754-2191
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | FREEHOLD, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | HOWELL, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALLENTOWN, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | WALL, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Monroe Twp, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | FARMINGDALE, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BAYVILLE, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BEACHWOOD, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | BAYVILLE, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | FREEHOLD, 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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Mosdos Yaakov V'Yisroel
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College | 5.6 mi away | 1951 New Central Avenue, Lakewood, NJ, 08701-2925 |
7329052764
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JACKSON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 2 JACKSON DR., JACKSON, NJ, 08527 |
(201) 928-4400
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Yeshivas Emek Hatorah
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College | 6.7 mi away | 395 Kent Road, Howell, NJ, 07731-2444 |
7323671289
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MANCHESTER BRANCH
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 21 COLONIAL DRIVE, LAKEHURST, NJ, 08733 |
(908) 657-7600
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Georgian Court University
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College | 6.9 mi away | 900 Lakewood Ave, Lakewood, NJ, 08701-2697 |
7329872200
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LAKEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 301 LEXINGTON AVENUE, LAKEWOOD, NJ, 08701 |
(732) 363-1435
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Beth Medrash Govoha
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College | 7.3 mi away | 617 6th St, Lakewood, NJ, 08701-2754 |
7323671060
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PLUMSTED LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 10 EVERGREEN ROAD, NEW EGYPT, NJ, 08533 |
(609) 758-7888
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Salon Professional Academy
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College Vocational | 7.5 mi away | 4741 US Highway 9, Howell, NJ, 07731-3385 |
7327194155
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HOWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 318 OLD TAVERN ROAD, HOWELL, NJ, 07731 |
(201) 938-2300
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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 TOMS RIVER, NJ US, located 13.3 miles from ZCTA5 08527. 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° | 21.7° | 31.6° | 4.43" | — |
| February | 44.5° | 21.9° | 33.2° | 3.19" | — |
| March | 51.0° | 28.3° | 39.7° | 4.86" | — |
| April | 61.7° | 38.4° | 50.0° | 3.78" | — |
| May | 71.3° | 48.9° | 60.1° | 3.58" | — |
| June | 79.8° | 58.0° | 68.9° | 3.92" | — |
| July | 85.5° | 64.2° | 74.8° | 4.49" | — |
| August | 83.7° | 62.2° | 73.0° | 5.02" | — |
| September | 77.4° | 53.4° | 65.4° | 4.68" | — |
| October | 66.7° | 41.7° | 54.2° | 4.54" | — |
| November | 55.9° | 32.4° | 44.1° | 3.74" | — |
| December | 46.8° | 26.6° | 36.7° | 5.81" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Center CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Cedar Glen West CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Lakehurst borough | Borough | 6.9 mi | — |
| Leisure Knoll CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Lakewood CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Leisure Village West CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 08527. • 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.