07065 ZIP Code — Rahway, NJ
Union County, New Jersey
ZIP code 07065 is located in Rahway, New Jersey, within Union County. It covers approximately 3.90 square miles and serves a population of 29,664 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Eastern (ET) timezone, served by area code 732/908/848.
About ZIP code 07065
The housing stock consists of a significant share of large multi-unit buildings. Most homes were built in the 1950s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $343,200. Owner-occupancy sits near the national average at 55%.
Median household income is $86,557. The poverty rate of 7% is below the national average. 30% 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 32 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 34% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
29,664
population
3.90
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Eastern (ET)
timezone
07065 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 07065
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 07065. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Rahway | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
07001 Avenel (1.7 mi)
07036 Linden (2 mi)
07008 Carteret (3.1 mi)
07064 Port Reading (3.2 mi)
08830 Iselin (3.3 mi)
07016 Cranford (3.5 mi)
07027 Garwood (3.6 mi)
07095 Woodbridge (3.8 mi)
07077 Sewaren (4.2 mi)
07202 Elizabeth (4.5 mi)
07090 Westfield (4.6 mi)
07033 Kenilworth (4.8 mi)
Demographics
updated 05/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 29,664 |
| Population density | 7,606 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 34 |
| County FIPS | 039 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 3.90 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.15 sq mi |
| Latitude | 40.6087 |
| Longitude | -74.2804 |
| Timezone | Eastern (ET) |
| Area code | 732/908/848 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 05/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 28.4% | 29.7% | 30.2% |
| $50k – $100k | 34.8% | 28.5% | 26.7% |
| $100k – $200k | 28.7% | 27.1% | 28.3% |
| Over $200k | 8.1% | 14.6% | 14.8% |
Demographics & statistics
29,664
Population
7,606
People per sq mi
39.3
Median age
$86,557
Median household income
$43,300
Per capita income
$343,200
Median home value
$1,646
Median monthly rent
55.1%
Home ownership
6.9%
Poverty rate
8.3%
Unemployment
7,350
Housing units
34.1%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
1,074
Under 5
1,147
828
5–9
884
639
10–14
682
716
15–19
764
875
20–24
933
2,292
25–34
2,446
1,697
35–44
1,811
2,133
45–54
2,277
885
55–59
945
894
60–64
954
1,235
65–74
1,318
784
75–84
836
297
85+
318
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6,091 | 20.5% |
| 18 and over | 23,573 | 79.5% |
| 65 and over | 4,788 | 16.1% |
| Median age | 39.3 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
32.2%
Black or African American
26.3%
Hispanic or Latino
17.5%
Two or more races
10.5%
Other race
8.2%
Asian
5.4%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,563 | 32.2% |
| Black or African American | 9,437 | 26.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6,286 | 17.5% |
| Two or more races | 3,782 | 10.5% |
| Other race | 2,946 | 8.2% |
| Asian | 1,936 | 5.4% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 28.4% | 29.7% | 30.2% |
| $50k – $100k | 34.8% | 28.5% | 26.7% |
| $100k – $200k | 28.7% | 27.1% | 28.3% |
| Over $200k | 8.1% | 14.6% | 14.8% |
Under $10k
3.2%
$10k–$15k
2.3%
$15k–$25k
7.4%
$25k–$35k
8.6%
$35k–$50k
7.8%
$50k–$75k
13.7%
$75k–$100k
15.1%
$100k–$150k
19.4%
$150k–$200k
13.0%
$200k+
9.5%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 3.2% |
| $10k–$15k | 2.3% |
| $15k–$25k | 7.4% |
| $25k–$35k | 8.6% |
| $35k–$50k | 7.8% |
| $50k–$75k | 13.7% |
| $75k–$100k | 15.1% |
| $100k–$150k | 19.4% |
| $150k–$200k | 13.0% |
| $200k+ | 9.5% |
| Median income | $86,557 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
2.8%
$50k–$100k
0.3%
$100k–$150k
3.0%
$150k–$200k
3.8%
$200k–$300k
22.5%
$300k–$500k
58.3%
$500k–$1M
8.1%
$1M+
1.3%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $343,200 |
| Median rent / month | $1,646 |
| Owner occupied | 55.1% |
| Renter occupied | 44.9% |
| Vacant | 5.4% |
| Single-family detached | 47.9% |
| Large apartment buildings | 22.8% |
| Mobile homes | 0.0% |
| Median rooms | 5.0 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.64 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 2.7% |
| 2010–2019 | 11.8% |
| 2000–2009 | 8.8% |
| 1990–1999 | 2.1% |
| 1980–1989 | 5.9% |
| 1970–1979 | 8.2% |
| 1960–1969 | 12.0% |
| 1950–1959 | 20.6% |
| 1940–1949 | 11.7% |
| 1939 or earlier | 16.2% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 4.6% |
| 1 bedroom | 18.8% |
| 2 bedrooms | 31.5% |
| 3 bedrooms | 32.9% |
| 4 bedrooms | 11.1% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.0% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 10.8% |
| 1 vehicle | 42.0% |
| 2 vehicles | 33.1% |
| 3 or more | 14.2% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 70.6% |
| Electricity | 18.6% |
| Propane / LP gas | 2.2% |
| Fuel oil | 6.7% |
| No fuel used | 1.7% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 4,915 | 40.7% |
| Cohabiting couple | 750 | 6.2% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 2,171 | 18.0% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 4,243 | 35.1% |
| Households with children under 18 | 3,761 | 31.1% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 3,742 | 31.0% |
| Average household size | 2.45 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 40.9% | 35.2% |
| Married | 47.6% | 38.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 8.1% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 16.7% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
3.5%
Some HS, no diploma
5.7%
HS graduate
31.5%
Some college, no degree
18.1%
Associate's degree
7.1%
Bachelor's degree
21.1%
Graduate / professional
13.0%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 90.8% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 34.1% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 625 | 9.6% |
| Kindergarten | 401 | 6.1% |
| Elementary school | 2,269 | 34.7% |
| High school | 974 | 14.9% |
| College / grad school | 2,268 | 34.7% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
20.0%
Retail trade
14.9%
Professional & management
12.8%
Transportation & utilities
9.1%
Manufacturing
8.2%
Finance & real estate
8.2%
Public administration
5.9%
Arts, food & hospitality
5.5%
Construction
4.4%
Wholesale trade
4.2%
Other services
4.1%
Information
2.8%
Agriculture & mining
0.1%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 41.2% |
| Service | 13.1% |
| Sales & office | 28.2% |
| Natural resources & construction | 5.4% |
| Production & transportation | 12.1% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 80.7% |
| Government | 16.6% |
| Self-employed | 2.7% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.0% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 66.4% |
| Carpool | 8.3% |
| Public transit | 10.1% |
| Walk | 1.1% |
| Work from home | 11.5% |
| Other means | 2.6% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 32.2 |
Poverty
All people
6.9%
Under 18 years
4.8%
18 and over
7.4%
Married-couple families
2.0%
Female-led households
10.5%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 30.2% |
| Retirement income | 23.2% |
| Supplemental Security | 4.8% |
| Cash public assistance | 0.9% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 9.6% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 29.6% |
| High blood pressure | 0.0% |
| High cholesterol | 0.0% |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart disease | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| Arthritis | 18.6% |
| Kidney disease | 2.6% |
| Pulmonary disease | 4.8% |
| Cancer | 5.9% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 12.7% |
| Binge drinking | 16.8% |
| No physical activity | 23.2% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 36.0% |
| Depression | 15.9% |
| Fair or poor health | 12.5% |
| Poor mental health | 13.2% |
| Poor physical health | 8.6% |
| No health insurance | 16.7% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 75.4% |
| Visited dentist | 66.1% |
| Cholesterol screening | 0.0% |
| Teeth loss | 11.6% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 905 | 3.8% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 13.2% |
| Under 18 | 0.4% |
| 18–64 years | 10.8% |
| 65 and over | 38.9% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 72.5% |
| Public insurance | 32.4% |
| No insurance | 8.1% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 2.8% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 27,443 | 92.5% |
| Spanish | 2,624 | 9.6% |
| Other Indo-European | 1,659 | 6.0% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 798 | 2.9% |
| Other languages | 71 | 0.3% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 23,514 | 79.3% |
| Born in same state | 22,516 | 75.9% |
| Born in different state | 16,845 | 56.8% |
| Foreign born | 998 | 3.4% |
| Naturalized citizen | 6,150 | 20.7% |
| Not a US citizen | 4,263 | 69.3% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Italian | 2,052 | 6.9% |
| French | 617 | 2.1% |
| Arab | 509 | 1.7% |
| Irish | 376 | 1.3% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Norwegian | 175 | 0.6% |
| English | 145 | 0.5% |
| German | 19 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 13 | 0% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 40.7% |
| Internet access | 91.0% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 07065
What city is ZIP code 07065 in?
ZIP code 07065 is primarily assigned to Rahway, New Jersey.
What county is ZIP code 07065 in?
ZIP code 07065 falls within Union County, New Jersey.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 07065?
The median home value in ZIP code 07065 is $343,200.
What is the population of ZIP code 07065?
ZIP code 07065 has an estimated population of 29,664 residents, with a density of 7,614 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 07065?
The median household income in ZIP code 07065 is $86,557, above the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 07065 in?
ZIP code 07065 observes the EST timezone.