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Bridgewater Township

·37th most expensive in New Jersey·Bridgewater Township rents are up 11.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,027/mo
Year-over-Year
+11.3%
Month-over-Month
+0.2%
vs US Median
+$1,062
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Bridgewater Township · $3,027
More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
50% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,027/mo, rent takes about 50% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$121,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bridgewater Township's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,670
1 BR
$1,880
2 BR
$2,360
3 BR
$2,840
4 BR+
$3,130
Research median
$2,360/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$36,324/yr
At $3,027/mo median
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Rents are up 11.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+11.3% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bridgewater Township is $3,027/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,670/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,360/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,880/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,840/mo.

At 50% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Bridgewater Township ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bridgewater Township an affordable city for renters?

Bridgewater Township is considered stretched for renters. At $3,027/mo, rent takes approximately 50% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bridgewater Township significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Bridgewater Township?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $121,000/year (~$58/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,027/mo in Bridgewater Township.

Is rent going up or down in Bridgewater Township?

Rent in Bridgewater Township has increased 11.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Bridgewater Township rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Bridgewater Township is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #37 out of 180 tracked cities at $3,027/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bridgewater Township?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bridgewater Township ($3,027/mo): Bound Brook ($2,118/mo), Somerville ($2,480/mo), Raritan ($2,553/mo).

How does Bridgewater Township rent compare to the national average?

Bridgewater Township's median rent of $3,027/mo is $1,062 (54%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #37 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
50%
STRETCHED

At $3,027/mo, rent takes ~50% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax1.4–10.75%
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