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Blackwood

Pop. 4,443·166th most expensive in New Jersey·Blackwood rents are up 9.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,980/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.9%
Month-over-Month
+4.2%
vs US Median
+$18
Rising (Monthly)
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Blackwood · $1,980
More expensive than 57% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,980/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$79,000/yr
Local median income
$90,061/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Blackwood's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$1,324
2 BR
$1,643
3 BR
$1,173
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,643/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,980 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 →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$23,760/yr
At $1,980/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 9.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.9% YoY, +4.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Blackwood, NJ is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,443
Median income
$90,061
Median age
42.3
Renters
29.6%
Age distribution
18.4%
24.1%
24.9%
16.1%
16.5%
Under 1818.4%
18–3424.1%
35–5424.9%
55–6416.1%
65+16.5%
Gender
47.5%
52.5%
Male47.5%
Female52.5%
Race & ethnicity
75.4%
White75.4%
Black9.3%
Hispanic10.8%
Asian3.9%
Other0.7%
Education (25+)
35.9%
35.3%
21.8%
No HS diploma6.9%
HS diploma35.9%
Some college35.3%
Bachelor's+21.8%
Housing tenure
70.4%
29.6%
Owner70.4%
Renter29.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Blackwood, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$73,056 → $90,061
up 23.3%
Population
4,477 → 4,443
down 0.8%
Renter share
24.9% → 29.6%
+4.7 pts
Bachelor's+
23.9% → 21.8%
-2.1 pts
Median age
39 → 42.3
+3.3 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $90,061 today, compared with $73,056 five years earlier. Renters now make up 29.6% of households, compared with 24.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 21.8% of adults here, versus 23.9% in 2021.

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Blackwood rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Blackwood. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Blackwood, NJ

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Blackwood is $1,980/mo as of August 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,643/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,324/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,173/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($90,061/yr), Blackwood ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Blackwood an affordable city for renters?

Blackwood is considered affordable for renters. At $1,980/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($90,061/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Blackwood falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Blackwood?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,980/mo in Blackwood. The local median household income is $90,061/yr, meaning the typical Blackwood household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Blackwood?

Rent in Blackwood has increased 9.9% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Blackwood rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Blackwood is one of the more affordable cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #166 out of 183 tracked cities at $1,980/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Blackwood?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Blackwood ($1,980/mo): Bellmawr ($1,674/mo), Somerdale ($1,738/mo), Clementon ($1,849/mo).

What percentage of Blackwood residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.6% of Blackwood households are renters, while 70.4% are owner-occupied. Blackwood leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Blackwood rent compare to the national average?

Blackwood's median rent of $1,980/mo is $18 (1%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #166 out of 183 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,980/mo, rent takes ~26% of Blackwood's median household income ($90,061/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Blackwood 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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