ZIP Code 08542, New Jersey
ZIP Code 08542 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 08542 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mercer County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,533. The land area covers 0.39 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,533 | ±606 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs | ±6.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,264 | ±262 | 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 | 1,357 | ±264 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,264 | ±262 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 93 | ±102 |
| Median Home Value | $754,100 | ±$183,836 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,497 | ±$543 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $105,524 | ±$25,710 |
| Per Capita Income | $72,582 | ±$14,927 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 104 | ±81 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±3.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,756 | ±498 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.5% | ±4.6% |
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: 392,138 (2024)
ID: 170103
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SR BUDGET EXAMINER
PO BOX 8068, TRENTON NJ 08650-0068
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-11 | Trenton, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Bridgewater, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Yardley, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HAMILTON, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Manville, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HAMILTON, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALLENTOWN, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Hillsborough, 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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Princeton University
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College | 0.4 mi away | 1 Nassau Hall, Princeton, NJ, 08544-0070 |
6092583000
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PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 65 WITHERSPOON STREET, PRINCETON, NJ, 08542 |
(609) 924-9529
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Princeton Theological Seminary
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College | 0.7 mi away | 64 Mercer St, Princeton, NJ, 08542-0803 |
6099218300
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MARY JACOBS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 64 WASHINGTON STREET, ROCKY HILL, NJ, 08553 |
(609) 924-7073
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Rider University
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College | 6.6 mi away | 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ, 08648-3099 |
6098965000
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WEST WINDSOR BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 333 N. POST ROAD, PRINCETON JUNCT., NJ, 08550 |
(609) 799-0462
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Mercer County Community College
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College | 6.9 mi away | 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor, NJ, 08550-3407 |
6095864800
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PLAINSBORO FREE PUB. LIB.
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 9 VAN DOREN DRIVE, PLAINSBORO, NJ, 08536 |
(609) 275-2897
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Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville
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College Vocational | 7.2 mi away | 2572 Brunswick Pike, Suite 100, Lawrenceville, NJ, 08648 |
6095122650
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MONTGOMERY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 100 COMMUNITY DRIVE, SKILLMAN, NJ, 08558 |
(908) 458-8430
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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 HIGHTSTOWN 2 W, NJ US, located 7.9 miles from ZCTA5 08542. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.5° | 21.4° | 31.0° | 3.46" | 5.8" |
| February | 43.0° | 22.7° | 32.8° | 2.61" | 8.0" |
| March | 50.9° | 29.7° | 40.3° | 4.28" | 4.6" |
| April | 62.9° | 39.0° | 51.0° | 3.67" | 0.6" |
| May | 72.8° | 48.4° | 60.6° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.7° | 57.8° | 69.8° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.7° | 63.0° | 74.9° | 4.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.9° | 60.8° | 72.9° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.3° | 53.8° | 66.1° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.4° | 42.2° | 54.3° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.3° | 33.0° | 44.2° | 3.26" | 0.3" |
| December | 45.5° | 26.6° | 36.1° | 4.23" | 4.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton | City | 0.4 mi | — |
| Princeton Junction CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Kingston CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Rocky Hill borough | Borough | 3.4 mi | — |
| Blawenburg CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Plainsboro Center CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 08542. • 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.