07008 ZIP Code
Carteret, New jersey
December 22, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 07008 |
| City/Town: | Carteret |
| County: | Middlesex |
| State: | New jersey |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 25,170 |
| Median Household Income: | $79,081 |
| Per Capita Income: | $40,486 |
| Total Housing Units: | 8,731 |
| Median Home Value: | $337,200 |
| Land Area: | 4.4 sq miles
11.4 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.5 sq miles
1.4 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 40.5838, -74.2275 |
Population Information (07008 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 25,170 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 12,606 | 50.1% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 12,564 | 49.9% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 37.6 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,905 | 7.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,318 | 5.2% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,451 | 5.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,046 | 8.1% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,800 | 7.2% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 3,482 | 13.8% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,175 | 12.6% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,885 | 11.5% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,884 | 7.5% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,630 | 6.5% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,831 | 7.3% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,117 | 4.4% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 646 | 2.6% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (07008 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $337,200 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.3 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,833 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 8,731 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 8,162 | 93.5% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 569 | 6.5% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 4,444 | 54.4% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,718 | 45.6% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (07008 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 16,650 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 1,351 | 8.1% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,358 | 8.2% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 5,663 | 34.0% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,434 | 14.6% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,263 | 7.6% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 3,303 | 19.8% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,278 | 7.7% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 83.7% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 27.5% | 34.3% |
Income Information (07008 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $79,081 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $99,712 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $90,685 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $40,486 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (07008 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 12,715 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 11,792 | 92.7% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 923 | 7.3% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 7,142 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 9,488 | 80.5% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,795 | 15.2% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 484 | 4.1% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 25 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (07008 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 8,011 | 31.8% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 4,096 | 16.3% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 38 | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 6,280 | 25.0% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 85 | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 3,062 | 12.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 3,598 | 14.3% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 6,144 | 24.4% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 8,868 | 35.2% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 302 | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 3,581 | 14.2% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 262 | 1.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 4,723 | 18.8% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (07008 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 233 | 2.9% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 315 | 3.9% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 527 | 6.5% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 659 | 8.1% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 568 | 7.0% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,469 | 18.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,414 | 17.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,339 | 16.4% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 705 | 8.6% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 933 | 11.4% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (07008 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 7,910 | 67.1% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,436 | 12.2% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 884 | 7.5% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 295 | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 222 | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 860 | 7.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 32.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (07008 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 105 | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 608 | 5.2% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 981 | 8.3% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 347 | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,642 | 13.9% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,929 | 16.4% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 145 | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 803 | 6.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,568 | 13.3% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,896 | 16.1% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 849 | 7.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 190 | 1.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 729 | 6.2% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (07008 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 10.1% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (07008 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 22,350 | 88.8% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 16,144 | 64.1% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 8,566 | 34.0% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 2,820 | 11.2% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (07008 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 6,574 | 80.5% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,007 | 36.8% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,580 | 19.4% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 549 | 6.7% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 147 | 1.8% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 941 | 11.5% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (07008 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 4,302 | 49.3% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 461 | 5.3% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 1,657 | 19.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 444 | 5.1% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 519 | 5.9% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 354 | 4.1% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 732 | 8.4% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 262 | 3.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (07008 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 584 | 6.7% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,103 | 12.6% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 431 | 4.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 459 | 5.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 492 | 5.6% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,381 | 15.8% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 2,576 | 29.5% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 634 | 7.3% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,071 | 12.3% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (07008 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 166 | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,118 | 12.8% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 2,257 | 25.9% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 3,106 | 35.6% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,895 | 21.7% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 189 | 2.2% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (07008 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 6,060 | 74.2% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 322 | 3.9% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 726 | 8.9% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 834 | 10.2% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 99 | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 22 | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 99 | 1.2% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (07008 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 719 | 8.8% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,963 | 36.3% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,447 | 30.0% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,033 | 24.9% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (07008 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 183 | 4.1% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 84 | 1.9% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 56 | 1.3% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 137 | 3.1% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,196 | 26.9% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 2,397 | 53.9% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 377 | 8.5% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 14 | 0.3% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (07008 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,423 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $959 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,833 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 3.23 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.91 | 2.38 |
Households (07008 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 8,162 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 4,235 | 51.9% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,471 | 18.0% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,116 | 13.7% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,321 | 28.4% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,128 | 38.3% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,811 | 34.4% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 3.08 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.65 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (07008 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 9,809 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 4,003 | 40.8% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 4,874 | 49.7% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 185 | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 508 | 5.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,691 | 37.6% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (07008 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 6,289 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 349 | 5.5% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 249 | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,172 | 34.5% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,642 | 26.1% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,877 | 29.8% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (07008 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 19,146 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 522 | 2.7% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 25,170 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,044 | 12.1% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 112 | 3.7% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,333 | 43.8% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,599 | 52.5% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (07008 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 22,710 | 90.2% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,152 | 8.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,364 | 63.4% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 628 | 29.2% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 95 | 4.4% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 160 | 7.4% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (07008 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 16,234 | 64.5% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 855 | 3.4% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 8,936 | 1045.1% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 8,936 | 1045.1% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 8,936 | 1045.1% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 575 | 67.3% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 398 | 46.5% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 3,008 | 351.8% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (07008 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 23,265 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 9,471 | 40.7% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 13,794 | 59.3% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 6,759 | 29.1% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 5,742 | 24.7% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 755 | 3.2% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 538 | 2.3% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (07008 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 8,162 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 7,501 | 91.9% | 89.4% |
Carteret, NJ07008