New Jersey Fair Market Rents 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for New Jersey (NJ). Average 1-bedroom rent: $1,169/mo. Average 2-bedroom rent: $1,462/mo.
Avg 1BR Rent
$1,169/mo
Avg 2BR Rent
$1,462/mo
Median Income
$88,691
Tenant Rights
8/10
Rent is Generally Affordable
At the median income of $88,691/year, the 30% rule suggests spending up to $2,217/mo on rent. The average 2BR rent of $1,462/mo is within this threshold.
Renter Statistics
36.6% of households in New Jersey are renters.
New Jersey Metro Areas
| Metro Area | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $688 | $849 | $1,025 | 5.1% |
| Trenton-Princeton | $829 | $1,039 | $1,244 | 3.5% |
New Jersey Counties - Fair Market Rents
| County | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Income | Burden |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee County | $1,371 | $1,697 | $2,055 | $2,650 | $97,786 | 25.2% |
| Montgomery County | $1,389 | $1,756 | $2,226 | $2,628 | $114,671 | 23.3% |
| Lawrence County | $1,201 | $1,428 | $1,740 | $2,282 | $82,131 | 25.4% |
| Reed County | $1,016 | $1,297 | $1,596 | $1,899 | $102,619 | 18.7% |
| Nash County | $934 | $1,197 | $1,426 | $1,772 | $75,883 | 22.6% |
| Johnson County | $984 | $1,251 | $1,555 | $1,886 | $95,814 | 19.5% |
| Douglas County | $1,061 | $1,347 | $1,603 | $2,092 | $98,655 | 19.5% |
| Stone County | $1,040 | $1,263 | $1,605 | $1,840 | $79,483 | 24.2% |
| Hall County | $665 | $804 | $977 | $1,218 | $49,501 | 23.7% |
| Anderson County | $815 | $1,019 | $1,283 | $1,498 | $84,193 | 18.3% |
| Clark County | $776 | $923 | $1,102 | $1,382 | $72,432 | 18.3% |
| Perry County | $858 | $1,079 | $1,274 | $1,712 | $79,220 | 19.3% |
| Wayne County | $736 | $872 | $1,047 | $1,312 | $76,105 | 16.5% |
| Moore County | $744 | $876 | $1,086 | $1,370 | $73,388 | 17.8% |
| Lewis County | $863 | $1,062 | $1,353 | $1,556 | $79,377 | 20.5% |
| Russell County | $682 | $864 | $1,051 | $1,262 | $59,187 | 21.3% |
| Mason County | $921 | $1,094 | $1,364 | $1,730 | $94,647 | 17.3% |
| Ford County | $667 | $815 | $1,016 | $1,284 | $44,212 | 27.6% |
| Hancock County | $893 | $1,064 | $1,330 | $1,653 | $88,376 | 18.1% |
| Fox County | $878 | $1,062 | $1,329 | $1,598 | $85,688 | 18.6% |
| Hamilton County | $636 | $792 | $952 | $1,201 | $66,015 | 17.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in New Jersey?
The 2026 statewide average rent in New Jersey is $1,169/mo for a 1-bedroom and $1,462/mo for a 2-bedroom.
What percentage of people rent in New Jersey?
Approximately 36.6% of households in New Jersey are renters.
How strong are tenant rights in New Jersey?
New Jersey has a tenant rights score of 8/10. This indicates strong renter protections.