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Zip Code 08103

NJ · Population: 12,682

C
40/100
81
A
Safety
16
F
Affordability
45
C
Quality of Life
17
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 08103

Zip code 08103 is located in New Jersey and is home to approximately 12,682 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 40/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area has significantly lower crime rates than most of the country, making it one of the safer places to live.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $89,100 and median rent of $1,119/month against a median income of $34,434. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 9.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 18.3% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$34,434
Home Value
$89,100
Rent
$1,119/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
9.3%
Unemployment
18.3%
Owner-Occupied
36.9%
Rent Burden
39% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety81ALower crime = higher score
Affordability16FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life45CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy17FLower unemployment = higher
Overall40CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).