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Berkeley Heights

·24th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,357/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
+$1,395
Stable (Monthly)
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Berkeley Heights · $3,357
More expensive than 94% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
56% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,357/mo, rent takes about 56% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$134,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Berkeley Heights's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,330
1 BR
$2,650
2 BR
$3,210
3 BR
$4,040
4 BR+
$4,600
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$3,210/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $3,357 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$40,284/yr
At $3,357/mo median
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Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Berkeley Heights is $3,357/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,330/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,210/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,650/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,040/mo.

At 56% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Berkeley Heights ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Berkeley Heights an affordable city for renters?

Berkeley Heights is considered expensive for renters. At $3,357/mo, rent takes approximately 56% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Berkeley Heights significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Berkeley Heights?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $134,000/year (~$64/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,357/mo in Berkeley Heights.

Is rent going up or down in Berkeley Heights?

Rent in Berkeley Heights has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Berkeley Heights rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Berkeley Heights is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #24 out of 183 tracked cities at $3,357/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Berkeley Heights?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Berkeley Heights ($3,357/mo): North Plainfield ($2,100/mo), Plainfield ($2,170/mo), Summit ($3,025/mo).

How does Berkeley Heights rent compare to the national average?

Berkeley Heights's median rent of $3,357/mo is $1,395 (71%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #24 out of 183 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
56%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,357/mo, rent takes ~56% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Berkeley Heights 56%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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