Keansburg ZIP Codes — Monmouth County, NJ

There is one unique ZIP code in Keansburg, New Jersey and it is 07734. Area code: 732/848.

ZIP codes

1.70

sq mi land

0.45

sq mi water

732/848

area code

Keansburg, NJ ZIP code map

About Keansburg, NJ

Keansburg, New Jersey, is a charming borough situated in Monmouth County. Known for its seaside attractions and rich community spirit, it offers a quaint blend of coastal living and small-town charm. The town is especially recognized for its proximity to the Jersey Shore and various recreational activities.

Location & geography

Keansburg is located approximately 5 miles southeast of Middletown and around 3 miles northwest of Atlantic Highlands. The borough encompasses a total area of 1.70 square miles of land and features an additional 0.45 square miles of water, highlighting its coastal setting. This small area allows for a close-knit community with a beautiful waterfront that enhances its appeal.

Community & economy

The character of Keansburg is largely influenced by its coastal location, which fosters a vibrant community atmosphere. The local economy thrives mainly on tourism, driven by its beaches and amusement parks, which attract visitors during the warmer months. Daily life in Keansburg is marked by family-friendly events and a strong sense of community pride.

Transportation

Keansburg is conveniently accessed via local roads, with New Jersey Route 36 providing a direct route to nearby areas. The nearest airports include Newark Liberty International Airport, about 30 miles away, and Monmouth Executive Airport, which is closer to the borough. Public transit options include NJ Transit buses that connect residents to surrounding towns and cities.

History

Founded in the early 1900s, Keansburg quickly developed as a seaside resort destination, appealing to vacationers from nearby urban areas. The town's key industries have historically revolved around tourism and recreational services, with amusement parks and beaches drawing families for generations. Notable events in the borough's history include the expansion of its waterfront attractions and resilience in the face of natural disasters.

Did you know?

One little-known fact about Keansburg is that it was once a thriving amusement park destination known as the 'Coney Island of Monmouth County' in its early days. It still retains some of that nostalgic charm with its local amusement park, attracting visitors every summer.

ZIP codes for Keansburg, NJ (1)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
07734	Keansburg	Monmouth	View map

Demographics & statistics

13,540

Population

41.8

Median age

$84,508

Median household income

$36,222

Per capita income

$283,200

Median home value

$1,558

Median monthly rent

60.4%

Home ownership

12.3%

Poverty rate

4.4%

Unemployment

3,693

Housing units

18.9%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

241

Under 5

265

313

5–9

344

517

10–14

569

320

15–19

352

513

20–24

564

912

25–34

1,003

689

35–44

757

945

45–54

1,039

595

55–59

653

541

60–64

594

530

65–74

582

247

75–84

272

85+

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	2,768	20.4%
18 and over	10,772	79.6%
65 and over	1,814	13.4%
Median age	41.8 years

Race & ethnicity

White 66.2%

Hispanic or Latino 10.6%

Black or African American 8.7%

Other race 7.6%

Two or more races 5.6%

Asian 1.3%

Group	Count	%
White	10,025	66.2%
Hispanic or Latino	1,604	10.6%
Black or African American	1,312	8.7%
Other race	1,155	7.6%
Two or more races	846	5.6%
Asian	198	1.3%

Household income

Under $10k 7.1%

$10k–$15k 2.6%

$15k–$25k 7.2%

$25k–$35k 6.2%

$35k–$50k 8.3%

$50k–$75k 12.1%

$75k–$100k 21.2%

$100k–$150k 19.9%

$150k–$200k 5.8%

$200k+ 9.8%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	7.1%
$10k–$15k	2.6%
$15k–$25k	7.2%
$25k–$35k	6.2%
$35k–$50k	8.3%
$50k–$75k	12.1%
$75k–$100k	21.2%
$100k–$150k	19.9%
$150k–$200k	5.8%
$200k+	9.8%
Median income	$84,508

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 4.3%

$50k–$100k 3.5%

$100k–$150k 6.3%

$150k–$200k 8.1%

$200k–$300k 34.7%

$300k–$500k 41.1%

$500k–$1M 2.1%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$283,200
Median rent / month	$1,558
Owner occupied	60.4%
Renter occupied	39.6%
Vacant	10.7%
Single-family detached	63.8%
Large apartment buildings	5.7%
Mobile homes	5.0%
Median rooms	5.2
Avg household size (owned)	2.53

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.0%
2010–2019	5.7%
2000–2009	0.8%
1990–1999	5.5%
1980–1989	11.2%
1970–1979	9.5%
1960–1969	17.7%
1950–1959	25.3%
1940–1949	6.6%
1939 or earlier	17.8%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	3.1%
1 bedroom	14.5%
2 bedrooms	30.4%
3 bedrooms	34.8%
4 bedrooms	14.5%
5+ bedrooms	2.6%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	13.2%
1 vehicle	31.6%
2 vehicles	36.1%
3 or more	19.2%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	84.1%
Electricity	9.9%
Propane / LP gas	3.5%
Fuel oil	1.5%
Solar	0.1%
No fuel used	0.9%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	2,242	44.0%
Cohabiting couple	557	10.9%
Male householder, no spouse	754	14.8%
Female householder, no spouse	1,548	30.3%
Households with children under 18	1,576	30.9%
Households with seniors (65+)	1,442	28.3%
Average household size	2.62

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	39.6%	35.1%
Married	44.9%	40.9%
Separated	1.1%	3.6%
Widowed	2.0%	8.3%
Divorced	12.4%	12.1%

Education

Less than 9th grade 3.1%

Some HS, no diploma 11.1%

HS graduate 39.0%

Some college, no degree 22.2%

Associate's degree 5.7%

Bachelor's degree 15.2%

Graduate / professional 3.7%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	85.8%
Bachelor's or higher	18.9%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	171	5.2%
Kindergarten	115	3.5%
Elementary school	1,499	45.3%
High school	675	20.4%
College / grad school	848	25.6%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 23.1%

Retail trade 17.7%

Arts, food & hospitality 9.8%

Transportation & utilities 9.4%

Finance & real estate 8.7%

Construction 8.0%

Manufacturing 7.0%

Professional & management 6.7%

Other services 5.0%

Public administration 4.0%

Information 0.7%

Wholesale trade 0.2%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	29.6%
Service	18.5%
Sales & office	27.1%
Natural resources & construction	12.2%
Production & transportation	12.6%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	85.2%
Government	10.3%
Self-employed	4.0%
Unpaid family workers	0.5%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	74.0%
Carpool	6.8%
Public transit	5.6%
Walk	1.2%
Other means	7.4%
Avg commute (minutes)	31.5

Poverty

All people 12.3%

Under 18 years 19.7%

18 and over 10.4%

Married-couple families 4.7%

Female-led households 16.1%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	36.0%
Retirement income	26.4%
Supplemental Security	11.8%
Cash public assistance	1.0%
Food stamps / SNAP	15.9%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	0.0%
High cholesterol	0.0%
Heart disease	6.3%
Stroke	3.1%
Asthma	10.5%
Arthritis	22.6%
Kidney disease	2.8%
Pulmonary disease	7.6%
Cancer	5.9%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	19.4%
No physical activity	26.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	38.2%
Fair or poor health	15.6%
Poor mental health	17.0%
Poor physical health	11.2%
No health insurance	16.6%
Visited doctor (checkup)	72.5%
Visited dentist	57.8%
Cholesterol screening	0.0%
Teeth loss	16.2%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	447	4.2%

Disability	%
Any disability	18.1%
Under 18	11.3%
18–64 years	17.7%
65 and over	31.6%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	64.6%
Public insurance	41.4%
Uninsured under 19	2.2%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	13,034	96.3%
Spanish	487	3.7%
Other Indo-European	334	2.6%
Asian & Pacific Islander	68	0.5%
Other languages	0	0.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	12,423	91.8%
Born in same state	12,409	91.6%
Born in different state	9,173	67.7%
Foreign born	14	0.1%
Naturalized citizen	1,117	8.2%
Not a US citizen	755	67.6%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Italian	3,957	29.2%
French	1,058	7.8%
Arab	230	1.7%
English	199	1.5%
Irish	137	1%

Ancestry	Count	%
Polish	21	0.2%
Dutch	12	0.1%
German	9	0.1%
Norwegian	5	0%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	37.7%
Internet access	92.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Keansburg, NJ have?

Keansburg, NJ has one ZIP code: 07734. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.