08205 ZIP Code – Absecon, New Jersey
ZIP code 08205 is a large ZIP code located in Absecon, New Jersey, within Atlantic County with a population of approximately 28,491 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $83,247, which is below the New Jersey average and near the national figure. The median home value of $247,400 is near the national average, with 79.9% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , with median rent coming in at $1,509 — above the national figure. Housing consists of 78% single-family (increasing), 15% apartments (decreasing).
Unemployment stands at 5.9%, which is above the U.S. rate. An estimated 7.3% of the population falls below the poverty line, well below the national figure. An estimated 35.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average. At 43.3, the median age is near the national figure. Nearby ZIP codes include 08201, 08241, 08240.
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ZIP 08205 vs. New Jersey vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 08205 | NJ Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 28k | 15k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $83k | $113k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $247k | $459k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,509 | $1,724 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 43.3 | 43.1 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | 5.8% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% | 8.1% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 35.9% | 44.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 08201 – Absecon
- 08241 – Port Republic
- 08240 – Pomona
- 08203 – Brigantine
- 08401 – Atlantic City
- 08232 – Pleasantville
- 08224 – New Gretna
- 08225 – Northfield
- 08406 – Ventnor City
- 08087 – Tuckerton
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08201 | ABSECON | 10,078 | $67,100 |
| 08241 | PORT REPUBLIC | 980 | $128,611 |
| 08240 | POMONA | 2,842 | Not provided |
| 08203 | BRIGANTINE | 7,784 | $91,307 |
| 08401 | ATLANTIC CITY | 38,726 | $35,279 |