Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey?
ZIP code · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey (ZIP 08742) is $1,884/month (±$112), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $627,200 (±$25,769), and the median household income is $123,152/year. The unemployment rate in Ocean County, New Jersey was 4% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for ZIP 08742
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,884 |
| Median Home Value | $627,200 |
| Median Household Income | $123,152 |
| Total Housing Units | 10,782 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 2,035 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 19% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 388 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 4% |
How does ZIP 08742 compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all ZIP codes in New Jersey.
Higher rent than 62% of ZIP codes in New Jersey · 196th of 517
| # | ZIP code | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZCTA5 07310 | $3,501 |
| 1 | ZCTA5 07632 | $3,501 |
| 1 | ZCTA5 07627 | $3,501 |
| … 192 more … | ||
| 196 | ZCTA5 08742(you are here) | $1,884 |
| … 318 more … | ||
| 515 | ZCTA5 07440 | $950 |
| 516 | ZCTA5 07730 | $874 |
| 517 | ZCTA5 07738 | $685 |
Geography
ZIP 08742 is in Ocean County, New Jersey.
It covers part of Point Pleasant borough city, New Jersey.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey?
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey (ZIP 08742) is $1,884/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey?
The median home value in ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey (ZIP 08742) is $627,200 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in ZCTA5 08742 are rent-burdened?
In ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey, 388 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey?
The median household income in ZCTA5 08742, New Jersey is $123,152/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,884 has a margin of error of ±$112. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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