Morris Counties all rank in the top. The priciest zip code in the state — and sixthmost expensive in the country — is Alpine with a median price of $5,025,423.08. The only other New Jersey zip code to crack the top 100 is 07976 — New Vernon, which placed 90th. Homes in the New Vernon section of Harding in Morris County went on the market for a median price of $2,086,076.92. Short Hills was also ranked by Forbes as the most affluent neighborhood. The list of the top 10 New Jersey zip codes — and their Forbes rank — with the highest median asking price. 6. Alpine — $5,025,423.08 (07620) 90. New Vernon — $2,086,076.92 (07976) 105. Short Hills — $1,956,846.15 (07078) 133. Far Hills — $1,698,384.91 (07931) 140. Saddle River — $1,649,802.82 (07458) 162. Sea Girt — $1,536,319.54 (08750) 170. Englewood Cliffs — $1,488,076.92 (07632) 180. Avalon — $1,461,121.88 (08202)
Aerial of New Jersey oil industry with the New York skyline from afar.
191. Stone Harbor — $1,423,122.56 (08247) 219. Spring Lake — $1,352,847.99 (07762)
lifestyle characteristics owing to its location by the ocean. The “Delaware River Valley” includes the southwestern counties of the state, which reside within the
The diversity of the state allows for all types of neighborhoods and communities
Philadelphia Metropolitan Area. The fifth region is the “Pine Barrens” in the
to thrive, regardless of their location and proximity to the metropolitan corridor
interior of the southern part. Covered rather extensively by a mix of pine and oak
and price point.
forests, it has a much lower population density than the rest of the state. Those looking to move to New Jersey have several options to choose from. The plethora of industry and abundance of goods has only benefited the
Whether you are looking for a small rural community to raise your family
economy and its residents. New Jersey has the second largest number of
without the hustle and bustle of the city, or more suburban living with great
millionaires per capita and ranks second in the nation by the number of places
schools and plenty of activities for the family, or high-rise living in the city and
with per capita incomes above the national average. Of the 28,500 zip codes
mass transit commuting, or peaceful coastal living, there is a home for you here.
in the United States, eight of New Jersey’s counties are in the wealthiest in the
From Mantoloking to Newark, Princeton to Alpine, Trenton to Saddle River,
country according to a report released by Forbes. Hunterdon, Somerset, and
New Jersey has proven throughout the years it sustains the storms and thrives.