| ZIP Code | 08536 |
|---|---|
| City | Plainsboro |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 77 ft |
| Latitude | 40.333076 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.586628 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 2.3% ▼ 78% below avg |
| College Grads | 84.2% ▲ 117% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 113 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 882 (6.7%) |
| Some College | 344 (2.6%) |
| Associates | 747 (5.7%) |
| Bachelors | 862 (6.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,269 (77.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $128,426 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $655,100 ▲ 135% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,908/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,894 |
| Vacant Units | 328 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,894 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 328 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 08536 is located in Plainsboro, New Jersey, within Middlesex County. With a population of 20,558, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.7 years. Economically, 08536 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $128,426 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08536 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $655,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,908 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.1%) and renters (55.9%). Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 08536 is majority Asian (59.96%). Residents are highly educated — 84.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.3%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08536 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 08536 in Plainsboro, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 20,558 residents, a median household income of $128,426, and a median home value of $655,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.