ZIP Code 08879, New Jersey
ZIP Code 08879 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 08879 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Middlesex County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 23,556. The land area covers 7.08 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,556 | ±1,567 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,344 | ±609 | 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 | 9,876 | ±647 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,344 | ±609 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 532 | ±227 |
| Median Home Value | $389,800 | ±$16,080 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,660 | ±$160 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,786 | ±$12,739 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,799 | ±$3,195 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,033 | ±817 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.6% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,099 | ±1,012 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.2% | ±2.5% |
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: 890,119 (2024)
ID: 170104
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR
75 BAYARD ST, NEW BRUNSWICK NJ 08901-2112
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | LONG BRANCH, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | AVENEL, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ROSELLE, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | ELIZABETH, 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 |
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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Universal Training Institute
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College Vocational | 3.1 mi away | 174 Jefferson Street, Perth Amboy, NJ, 08861-4106 |
7328260155106
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DOWDELL LIB. OF SO. AMBOY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 100 HAROLD G. HOFFMAN PLAZA, SOUTH AMBOY, NJ, 08879 |
(201) 721-6060
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Yeshiva Gedolah of Cliffwood
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College | 3.3 mi away | 200 Center Street, Keyport, NJ, 07735-5105 |
7327659126
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LAURENCE HARBOR BRANCH
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 277 SHORELAND CIRCLE, LAURENCE, NJ, 08879 |
(201) 566-2227
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Middlesex College
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College | 5.3 mi away | 2600 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ, 08837 |
7325486000
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SAYREVILLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 1050 WASHINGTON ROAD, PARLIN, NJ, 08859 |
(201) 727-0212
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American Institute of Alternative Medicine
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College Vocational | 6.1 mi away | 646 Rt. 18, Suite 210, East Brunswick, NJ, 08816 |
7326516060
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PERTH AMBOY FREE PUB. LIB.
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 196 JEFFERSON STREET, PERTH AMBOY, NJ, 08861 |
(201) 826-2600
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DeVry University-New Jersey
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College | 6.5 mi away | 517 Route 1 S, Ste 1000, Iselin, NJ, 08830 |
7327293960
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TOTTENVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 7430 AMBOY ROAD, STATEN ISLAND, NY, 10307 |
(718) 984-0945
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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 7.6 miles from ZCTA5 08879. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Amboy city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Laurence Harbor CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Madison Park CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Sayreville borough | Borough | 2.4 mi | — |
| Cliffwood Beach CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Perth Amboy city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 08879. • 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.