2026 Rankings

Safest ZIP Codes for Gas & CO Risk in New Jersey — 2026

Last updated: June 4, 2026

769 ZIP codes ranked by Gas Risk Score #1: ZIP 07416 (Franklin, NJ) — 0/100
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Out of 769 ZIP codes with data in New Jersey, these are the lowest-ranked areas for gas risk score. See also: National Safest ZIP Codes for Gas & CO Risk | All New Jersey Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 769
Lowest value 0/100
Median value 2/100
State New Jersey

100 Lowest-Ranked ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Gas Risk Score Safety Score
1 07416 Franklin NJ 0/100 51/100
2 07418 Glenwood NJ 0/100 64/100
3 07419 Hamburg NJ 0/100 57/100
4 07422 Highland Lakes NJ 0/100 66/100
5 07427 Sussex County NJ 0/100 —
6 07428 Mc Afee NJ 0/100 63/100
7 07439 Ogdensburg NJ 0/100 64/100
8 07460 Stockholm NJ 0/100 58/100
9 07461 Sussex NJ 0/100 48/100
10 07462 Vernon NJ 0/100 53/100
11 07821 Andover NJ 0/100 61/100
12 07822 Augusta NJ 0/100 53/100
13 07826 Branchville NJ 0/100 57/100
14 07827 Montague NJ 0/100 45/100
15 07843 Hopatcong NJ 0/100 53/100
16 07848 Lafayette NJ 0/100 40/100
17 07855 Middleville NJ 0/100 53/100
18 07860 Newton NJ 0/100 56/100
19 07871 Sparta NJ 0/100 59/100
20 07874 Stanhope NJ 0/100 50/100
21 07875 Stillwater NJ 0/100 63/100
22 07877 Swartswood NJ 0/100 63/100
23 07879 Tranquility NJ 0/100 53/100
24 07881 Wallpack Center NJ 0/100 63/100
25 07890 Branchville NJ 0/100 56/100
26 08014 Bridgeport NJ 0/100 55/100
27 08018 Cedar Brook NJ 0/100 63/100
28 08020 Clarksboro NJ 0/100 63/100
29 08024 Cape May County NJ 0/100 —
30 08025 Ewan NJ 0/100 63/100
31 08027 Gibbstown NJ 0/100 69/100
32 08028 Glassboro NJ 0/100 64/100
33 08032 Grenloch NJ 0/100 53/100
34 08037 Hammonton NJ 0/100 84/100
35 08042 Juliustown NJ 0/100 63/100
36 08051 Mantua NJ 0/100 54/100
37 08056 Mickleton NJ 0/100 83/100
38 08061 Mount Royal NJ 0/100 63/100
39 08062 Mullica Hill NJ 0/100 95/100
40 08063 National Park NJ 0/100 69/100
41 08066 Paulsboro NJ 0/100 74/100
42 08071 Pitman NJ 0/100 74/100
43 08074 Richwood NJ 0/100 53/100
44 08080 Sewell NJ 0/100 55/100
45 08085 Swedesboro NJ 0/100 55/100
46 08086 Thorofare NJ 0/100 50/100
47 08090 Wenonah NJ 0/100 73/100
48 08093 Westville NJ 0/100 72/100
49 08094 Williamstown NJ 0/100 72/100
50 08096 Blackwood Ter NJ 0/100 55/100
51 08097 Woodbury Heights NJ 0/100 83/100
52 08106 Audubon NJ 0/100 63/100
53 08200 Cape May County NJ 0/100 —
54 08201 Absecon NJ 0/100 60/100
55 08202 Avalon NJ 0/100 75/100
56 08203 Brigantine NJ 0/100 71/100
57 08204 Cape May NJ 0/100 73/100
58 08205 Absecon NJ 0/100 60/100
59 08210 Cape May Court House NJ 0/100 66/100
60 08212 Cape May Point NJ 0/100 84/100
61 08213 Cologne NJ 0/100 73/100
62 08214 Dennisville NJ 0/100 53/100
63 08215 Egg Harbor City NJ 0/100 60/100
64 08217 Elwood NJ 0/100 66/100
65 08218 Goshen NJ 0/100 63/100
66 08219 Green Creek NJ 0/100 90/100
67 08220 Leeds Point NJ 0/100 73/100
68 08221 Linwood NJ 0/100 60/100
69 08223 Marmora NJ 0/100 88/100
70 08225 Northfield NJ 0/100 65/100
71 08226 Ocean City NJ 0/100 50/100
72 08229 Cape May County NJ 0/100 —
73 08230 Ocean View NJ 0/100 65/100
74 08231 Oceanville NJ 0/100 73/100
75 08232 Pleasantville NJ 0/100 55/100
76 08234 Egg Harbor Township NJ 0/100 77/100
77 08240 Pomona NJ 0/100 82/100
78 08241 Port Republic NJ 0/100 60/100
79 08242 Rio Grande NJ 0/100 78/100
80 08243 Sea Isle City NJ 0/100 73/100
81 08244 Somers Point NJ 0/100 55/100
82 08245 South Dennis NJ 0/100 63/100
83 08246 South Seaville NJ 0/100 53/100
84 08247 Stone Harbor NJ 0/100 74/100
85 08248 Strathmere NJ 0/100 55/100
86 08250 Tuckahoe NJ 0/100 65/100
87 08251 Villas NJ 0/100 82/100
88 08252 Whitesboro NJ 0/100 66/100
89 08260 Wildwood NJ 0/100 50/100
90 08261 Cape May County NJ 0/100 —
91 08266 Cape May County NJ 0/100 —
92 08270 Woodbine NJ 0/100 84/100
93 08292 Cape May County NJ 0/100 —
94 08310 Buena NJ 0/100 73/100
95 08312 Clayton NJ 0/100 81/100
96 08317 Dorothy NJ 0/100 73/100
97 08319 Estell Manor NJ 0/100 73/100
98 08322 Franklinville NJ 0/100 83/100
99 08326 Landisville NJ 0/100 66/100
100 08328 Malaga NJ 0/100 53/100

Methodology

Safest gas rankings show ZIP codes with the lowest PHMSA gas distribution incident risk scores. A score of 0-5 means the county has no or very few recorded incidents since 2004. Low scores indicate areas with well-maintained gas infrastructure and minimal historical incidents.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-06-04.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes an area safe from gas incidents?

Low gas risk areas typically have newer pipeline infrastructure, fewer distribution lines per capita, or areas that rely less on natural gas for heating. However, individual home safety still depends on appliance maintenance and CO detector placement.

Should I still install CO detectors in low-risk areas?

Yes. The CPSC recommends CO detectors in every home regardless of area risk. Carbon monoxide can come from any fuel-burning appliance — furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces, generators, and even attached garages.

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Disclaimer: Rankings are based on EPA, FEMA, and federal agency data. They reflect historical patterns and risk indicators, not necessarily current conditions. For the most current information, contact your local water utility or request a Consumer Confidence Report.

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