08638 ZIP Code – Trenton, New Jersey
08638 is a ZIP code serving Trenton, New Jersey in Mercer County with a population of approximately 23,804 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $66,194, which is well below the New Jersey average and near the national figure. Median home values of $209,800 are below the national average, with 58.0% owner-occupied housing (stable). , with median rent coming in at $1,507 — above the national figure. Housing consists of 72% single-family (decreasing), 23% apartments (increasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 5.4%, near the national average. An estimated 21.6% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. 30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the U.S. average. At 35.8, the median age is below the national figure. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 08618, 08609, 08608.
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ZIP 08638 vs. New Jersey vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 08638 | NJ Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 23k | 15k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $66k | $113k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $209k | $459k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,507 | $1,724 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 35.8 | 43.1 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | 5.8% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 21.6% | 8.1% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 30.9% | 44.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 08618 – Trenton
- 08609 – Trenton
- 08608 – Trenton
- 08629 – Trenton
- 08648 – Lawrence Township
- 08628 – Trenton
- 08619 – Trenton
- 08611 – Trenton
- 19067 – Morrisville
- 08610 – Trenton
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08618 | TRENTON | 39,047 | $45,334 |
| 08609 | TRENTON | 12,799 | $46,849 |
| 08608 | TRENTON | 786 | Not provided |
| 08629 | TRENTON | 13,075 | $79,724 |
| 08648 | LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP | 31,626 | $119,151 |