How much does it cost to rent in Camden, NJ?

As of August 2026, the median monthly rent in Camden, NJ is $1,786. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Camden cheaper than other New Jersey cities?

Camden is among the more affordable cities in New Jersey, ranking #176 out of 183 cities at $1,786/mo.

When was Camden rent data last updated?

Camden rent data reflects August 2026 and was last refreshed on August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

What is the Fair Market Rent in Camden, NJ?

HUD sets the Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom home in Camden, NJ at $1,420 per month, which is 20% below the $1,786 market median. Fair Market Rent is the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) payment standard. It is a 40th-percentile gross rent that includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash, and HUD updates it once a year, so it measures something different from current market asking rent.

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Camden

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Pop. 71,496·176th most expensive in New Jersey·Rental market data updated monthly for Camden, NJ

Median rent (all units)

$1,786/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.5%

Month-over-Month

-1.4%

vs US Median

-$176

Falling (Monthly)

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Camden · $1,786

More affordable than 55% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo

Rent Reality Score

54/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% below what Camden's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,786/mo

Expected by trend

$1,823/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Camden's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,080

1 BR

$1,190

2 BR

$1,420

3 BR

$1,710

4 BR+

$1,950

Fair Market Rent (HUD)

$1,420/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,786 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

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost

$21,432/yr

At $1,786/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, -1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Camden, NJ is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

71,496

Median income

$40,546

Median age

33.3

Renters

65.6%

Age distribution

27.5%

25.4%

Under 1827.5%

18–3425.4%

35–5425.4%

55–6410.4%

65+11.4%

Gender

46.5%

53.5%

Male46.5%

Female53.5%

Race & ethnicity

42%

53.5%

White6.6%

Black42%

Hispanic53.5%

Asian1.9%

Education (25+)

30.8%

36%

23.2%

No HS diploma30.8%

HS diploma36%

Some college23.2%

Bachelor's+10.1%

Housing tenure

34.4%

65.6%

Owner34.4%

Renter65.6%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Camden, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,469 → $1,786

up 21.6%

Income

$30,247 → $40,546

up 34.0%

Population

72,381 → 71,496

down 1.2%

Renter share

61.5% → 65.6%

+4.1 pts

Bachelor's+

10.1% → 10.1%

+0.0 pts

Median age

32.4 → 33.3

+0.9 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Camden, NJ has increased from $1,469 to $1,786, a 21.6% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $30,247 to $40,546 across the same window, up 34.0% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has contracted by 1.2% since 2021, moving from about 72,381 residents to roughly 71,496. Renters now make up 65.6% of households, compared with 61.5% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Camden, NJ look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Camden on your salary?

At $1,786/mo, how Camden rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 20.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 24.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 13.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 10.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Camden rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Camden, NJ

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Camden is $1,786/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,080/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,420/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,190/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,710/mo.

At 53% of local median household income ($40,546/yr), Camden ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Camden an affordable city for renters?

Camden is considered expensive for renters. At $1,786/mo, rent takes approximately 53% of the local median household income ($40,546/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Camden significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Camden?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,786/mo in Camden. The local median household income is $40,546/yr, meaning the typical Camden household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Camden?

Rent in Camden has increased 2.5% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Camden is one of the more affordable cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #176 out of 183 tracked cities at $1,786/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Camden?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Camden ($1,786/mo): Collingswood ($1,588/mo), Bellmawr ($1,674/mo), Gloucester City ($1,680/mo).

What percentage of Camden residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 65.6% of Camden households are renters, while 34.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Camden has a strong rental market.

How does Camden rent compare to the national average?

Camden's median rent of $1,786/mo is $176 (9%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #176 out of 183 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

53%

EXPENSIVE

At $1,786/mo, rent takes ~53% of Camden's median household income ($40,546/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Camden 53%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–10.75%

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