08021 ZIP Code — Clementon, NJ
Camden County, New Jersey
ZIP code 08021 is located in Clementon, New Jersey, within Camden County. It covers approximately 12.97 square miles and serves a population of 47,946 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Eastern (ET) timezone, served by area code 856.
About ZIP code 08021
The housing stock consists of a mix of housing types. Most homes were built in the 1970s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $178,800. Owner-occupancy sits near the national average at 50%.
Median household income is $63,881. 31% of households receive Social Security income, suggesting a notable retiree or disability population.
The dominant occupation class is management, business, and professional, with education and healthcare as the leading industry. The average commute of 28 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 24% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
47,946
population
12.97
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Eastern (ET)
timezone
08021 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 08021
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 08021. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Clementon | Acceptable |
| Clementon | Acceptable |
| Clementon | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
08084 Stratford (1.8 mi)
08012 Blackwood (2.7 mi)
08026 Gibbsboro (2.8 mi)
08083 Somerdale (2.9 mi)
08032 Grenloch (3.3 mi)
08043 Voorhees (3.4 mi)
08049 Magnolia (3.7 mi)
08091 West Berlin (4 mi)
08029 Glendora (4.2 mi)
08045 Lawnside (4.6 mi)
08007 Barrington (4.8 mi)
08078 Runnemede (4.9 mi)
Demographics
updated 05/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 47,946 |
| Population density | 3,697 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 34 |
| County FIPS | 007 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 12.97 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.17 sq mi |
| Latitude | 39.8048 |
| Longitude | -75.0060 |
| Timezone | Eastern (ET) |
| Area code | 856 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 05/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 43.0% | 35.8% | 30.2% |
| $50k – $100k | 35.3% | 29.4% | 26.7% |
| $100k – $200k | 18.3% | 25.7% | 28.3% |
| Over $200k | 3.4% | 9.1% | 14.8% |
Demographics & statistics
47,946
Population
3,697
People per sq mi
37.3
Median age
$63,881
Median household income
$35,482
Per capita income
$178,800
Median home value
$1,194
Median monthly rent
49.7%
Home ownership
15.9%
Poverty rate
4.8%
Unemployment
11,635
Housing units
24.3%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
1,484
Under 5
1,503
1,492
5–9
1,511
1,552
10–14
1,572
1,005
15–19
1,019
1,263
20–24
1,280
4,055
25–34
4,108
3,280
35–44
3,323
2,750
45–54
2,787
1,526
55–59
1,547
1,746
60–64
1,769
2,470
65–74
2,502
859
75–84
871
334
85+
338
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 10,292 | 21.5% |
| 18 and over | 37,654 | 78.5% |
| 65 and over | 7,374 | 15.4% |
| Median age | 37.3 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
44.9%
Black or African American
24.4%
Hispanic or Latino
11.8%
Other race
8.7%
Two or more races
6.5%
Asian
3.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 24,376 | 44.9% |
| Black or African American | 13,244 | 24.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6,386 | 11.8% |
| Other race | 4,706 | 8.7% |
| Two or more races | 3,535 | 6.5% |
| Asian | 1,868 | 3.4% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 217 | 0.4% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 43.0% | 35.8% | 30.2% |
| $50k – $100k | 35.3% | 29.4% | 26.7% |
| $100k – $200k | 18.3% | 25.7% | 28.3% |
| Over $200k | 3.4% | 9.1% | 14.8% |
Under $10k
4.7%
$10k–$15k
6.0%
$15k–$25k
7.4%
$25k–$35k
7.7%
$35k–$50k
12.4%
$50k–$75k
19.8%
$75k–$100k
16.0%
$100k–$150k
15.4%
$150k–$200k
4.7%
$200k+
6.0%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 4.7% |
| $10k–$15k | 6.0% |
| $15k–$25k | 7.4% |
| $25k–$35k | 7.7% |
| $35k–$50k | 12.4% |
| $50k–$75k | 19.8% |
| $75k–$100k | 16.0% |
| $100k–$150k | 15.4% |
| $150k–$200k | 4.7% |
| $200k+ | 6.0% |
| Median income | $63,881 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
2.2%
$50k–$100k
8.3%
$100k–$150k
22.6%
$150k–$200k
28.8%
$200k–$300k
28.5%
$300k–$500k
7.7%
$500k–$1M
1.7%
$1M+
0.2%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $178,800 |
| Median rent / month | $1,194 |
| Owner occupied | 49.7% |
| Renter occupied | 50.3% |
| Vacant | 7.0% |
| Single-family detached | 40.5% |
| Large apartment buildings | 15.3% |
| Mobile homes | 0.4% |
| Median rooms | 5.0 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.59 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.0% |
| 2010–2019 | 2.2% |
| 2000–2009 | 5.6% |
| 1990–1999 | 7.8% |
| 1980–1989 | 11.1% |
| 1970–1979 | 37.9% |
| 1960–1969 | 13.6% |
| 1950–1959 | 11.3% |
| 1940–1949 | 3.5% |
| 1939 or earlier | 7.1% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 3.6% |
| 1 bedroom | 29.4% |
| 2 bedrooms | 24.3% |
| 3 bedrooms | 28.6% |
| 4 bedrooms | 12.9% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.2% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 11.6% |
| 1 vehicle | 41.2% |
| 2 vehicles | 34.1% |
| 3 or more | 13.1% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 72.0% |
| Electricity | 20.6% |
| Propane / LP gas | 1.9% |
| Fuel oil | 4.6% |
| Wood | 0.1% |
| Solar | 0.1% |
| No fuel used | 0.5% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 7,109 | 35.0% |
| Cohabiting couple | 2,333 | 11.5% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 4,065 | 20.0% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 6,814 | 33.5% |
| Households with children under 18 | 5,373 | 26.4% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 5,789 | 28.5% |
| Average household size | 2.36 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 39.2% | 37.7% |
| Married | 43.4% | 36.9% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 7.4% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 15.3% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
3.5%
Some HS, no diploma
7.0%
HS graduate
36.4%
Some college, no degree
20.9%
Associate's degree
7.8%
Bachelor's degree
17.1%
Graduate / professional
7.2%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 89.5% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 24.3% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 566 | 5.4% |
| Kindergarten | 594 | 5.7% |
| Elementary school | 4,818 | 46.0% |
| High school | 1,665 | 15.9% |
| College / grad school | 2,828 | 27.0% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
25.8%
Professional & management
12.1%
Retail trade
11.7%
Transportation & utilities
9.0%
Arts, food & hospitality
7.6%
Construction
7.1%
Other services
6.6%
Finance & real estate
6.2%
Manufacturing
5.9%
Public administration
4.7%
Wholesale trade
2.3%
Information
1.0%
Agriculture & mining
0.1%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 32.9% |
| Service | 20.2% |
| Sales & office | 22.5% |
| Natural resources & construction | 8.5% |
| Production & transportation | 16.0% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 82.8% |
| Government | 13.2% |
| Self-employed | 3.8% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.2% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 74.0% |
| Carpool | 9.5% |
| Public transit | 5.5% |
| Walk | 1.8% |
| Work from home | 6.4% |
| Other means | 2.9% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 28.3 |
Poverty
All people
15.9%
Under 18 years
26.7%
18 and over
12.9%
Married-couple families
8.9%
Female-led households
19.7%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 30.9% |
| Retirement income | 20.4% |
| Supplemental Security | 5.3% |
| Cash public assistance | 1.8% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 13.5% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 32.2% |
| High blood pressure | 0.0% |
| High cholesterol | 0.0% |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart disease | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| Arthritis | 20.5% |
| Kidney disease | 2.5% |
| Pulmonary disease | 5.7% |
| Cancer | 5.4% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 16.9% |
| Binge drinking | 18.3% |
| No physical activity | 22.2% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 36.8% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Fair or poor health | 12.9% |
| Poor mental health | 15.9% |
| Poor physical health | 9.2% |
| No health insurance | 15.1% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 75.6% |
| Visited dentist | 62.2% |
| Cholesterol screening | 0.0% |
| Teeth loss | 13.9% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 2,542 | 6.8% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 15.4% |
| Under 18 | 4.1% |
| 18–64 years | 13.1% |
| 65 and over | 40.8% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 62.6% |
| Public insurance | 37.9% |
| No insurance | 10.5% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 3.8% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 44,959 | 93.8% |
| Spanish | 3,977 | 8.8% |
| Other Indo-European | 3,053 | 6.8% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 325 | 0.7% |
| Other languages | 497 | 1.1% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 41,737 | 87.1% |
| Born in same state | 40,773 | 85.0% |
| Born in different state | 26,907 | 56.1% |
| Foreign born | 964 | 2.0% |
| Naturalized citizen | 6,209 | 12.9% |
| Not a US citizen | 2,688 | 43.3% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Italian | 6,896 | 14.4% |
| French | 3,210 | 6.7% |
| Arab | 1,513 | 3.2% |
| English | 444 | 0.9% |
| Polish | 191 | 0.4% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Norwegian | 190 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 164 | 0.3% |
| German | 58 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 42 | 0.1% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 42.4% |
| Internet access | 92.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 08021
What city is ZIP code 08021 in?
ZIP code 08021 is primarily assigned to Clementon, New Jersey.
What county is ZIP code 08021 in?
ZIP code 08021 falls within Camden County, New Jersey.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 08021?
16% of residents in ZIP code 08021 live below the poverty line, above the national average.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 08021?
The median home value in ZIP code 08021 is $178,800.
What is the population of ZIP code 08021?
ZIP code 08021 has an estimated population of 47,946 residents, with a density of 3,698 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 08021?
The median household income in ZIP code 08021 is $63,881, below the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 08021 in?
ZIP code 08021 observes the EST timezone.