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Clementon

Pop. 5,410·173rd most expensive in New Jersey·Rental market data updated monthly for Clementon, NJ
Median rent (all units)
$1,849/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+5.5%
vs US Median
-$113
Rising (Monthly)
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Clementon · $1,849
More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
35% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,849/mo, rent takes about 35% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$74,000/yr
Local median income
$62,979/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Clementon's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$862
2 BR
$1,493
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,493/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,849 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
$22,188/yr
At $1,849/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +5.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Clementon, NJ is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,410
Median income
$62,979
Median age
42.6
Renters
40%
Age distribution
20.1%
22.3%
26.8%
12.7%
18.1%
Under 1820.1%
18–3422.3%
35–5426.8%
55–6412.7%
65+18.1%
Gender
53.2%
46.8%
Male53.2%
Female46.8%
Race & ethnicity
65.4%
20.9%
White65.4%
Black10.2%
Hispanic20.9%
Asian1.2%
Other2.2%
Education (25+)
36.4%
28.7%
23.2%
No HS diploma11.7%
HS diploma36.4%
Some college28.7%
Bachelor's+23.2%
Housing tenure
60%
40%
Owner60%
Renter40%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Clementon, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$57,895 → $62,979
up 8.8%
Population
5,271 → 5,410
up 2.6%
Renter share
52.8% → 40%
-12.8 pts
Bachelor's+
17.3% → 23.2%
+5.9 pts
Median age
38.6 → 42.6
+4.0 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Clementon, NJ now reports about $62,979, up from $57,895 in 2021. Census counts show Clementon, NJ adding about 139 residents over the five-year window, up 2.6% on net. The renter share has eased from 52.8% to 40%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 17.3% to 23.2% across the same window.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Clementon is $1,849/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $862/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,493/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($62,979/yr), Clementon ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Clementon an affordable city for renters?

Clementon is considered moderate for renters. At $1,849/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($62,979/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Clementon slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Clementon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,849/mo in Clementon. The local median household income is $62,979/yr, meaning the typical Clementon household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Clementon?

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

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

Clementon is one of the more affordable cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #173 out of 183 tracked cities at $1,849/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Clementon?

Somerdale is nearby and more affordable at $1,738/mo, which is $111 less than Clementon.

What percentage of Clementon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40% of Clementon households are renters, while 60% are owner-occupied. Clementon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Clementon rent compare to the national average?

Clementon's median rent of $1,849/mo is $113 (6%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #173 out of 183 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $1,849/mo, rent takes ~35% of Clementon's median household income ($62,979/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Clementon 35%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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