ZIP Code 08873, New Jersey
ZIP Code 08873 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 08873 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Somerset County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 56,327. The land area covers 32.13 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56,327 | ±1,273 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 21,831 | ±711 | 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 | 22,374 | ±744 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 21,831 | ±711 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 543 | ±188 |
| Median Home Value | $465,800 | ±$10,069 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,087 | ±$101 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $124,972 | ±$7,580 |
| Per Capita Income | $60,750 | ±$4,124 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,224 | ±926 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 30,431 | ±1,114 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.5% | ±0.8% |
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: 357,467 (2024)
ID: 183766
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT TO THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATO
PO BOX 3000, SOMERVILLE NJ 08876-1262
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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 | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | AVENEL, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ROSELLE, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Perth Amboy, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Bridgewater, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | OLD BRIDGE, 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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American Institute-Somerset
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College | 3.6 mi away | 80 Cottontail Lane, Somerset, NJ, 08873-1100 |
7322018335
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FRANKLIN TWP. PUB. LIB./SOMERSET
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 485 DEMOTT LANE, SOMERSET, NJ, 08873 |
(201) 873-8700
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New Brunswick Theological Seminary
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College | 4.3 mi away | 35 Seminary Place, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901-1107 |
7322475241
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LEWIS STREET BRANCH
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 429 LEWIS STREET, SOMERSET, NJ, 08873 |
(848) 838-1960
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
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College | 4.5 mi away | 83 Somerset St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901-1281 |
8484454636
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PISCATAWAY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 500 HOES LANE, PISCATAWAY, NJ, 08854 |
(201) 463-1633
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Strayer University-New Jersey
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College | 4.8 mi away | 242 Old New Brunswick Road, Ste 200, Piscataway, NJ, 08854 |
8774457180
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NO. BRUNSWICK FREE PUB. LIB.
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 880 HERMANN ROAD, NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ, 08902 |
(201) 246-3545
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Chamberlain University-New Jersey
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College | 5.4 mi away | 630 U.S. Highway One, North Brunswick, NJ, 08902 |
7328751300
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MANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 100 S. TENTH AVENUE, MANVILLE, NJ, 08835 |
(908) 722-9722
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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 NEW BRUNSWICK 3 SE, NJ US, located 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 08873. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.3° | 22.9° | 31.6° | 3.74" | 8.3" |
| February | 42.8° | 24.0° | 33.4° | 2.97" | 9.3" |
| March | 50.6° | 31.0° | 40.8° | 4.40" | 5.2" |
| April | 62.5° | 40.8° | 51.7° | 3.89" | 0.6" |
| May | 72.1° | 50.6° | 61.3° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.2° | 60.4° | 70.8° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.5° | 65.6° | 76.1° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.7° | 64.0° | 74.3° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.4° | 56.5° | 67.4° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.5° | 44.2° | 55.4° | 4.11" | 0.2" |
| November | 55.5° | 35.2° | 45.4° | 3.40" | 0.5" |
| December | 45.4° | 28.4° | 36.9° | 4.49" | 4.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middlebush CDP | CDP | 0.2 mi | — |
| Clyde CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Somerset CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| East Millstone CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Six Mile Run CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Franklin Center CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 08873. • 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.