How much does it cost to rent in Cliffside Park, NJ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Cliffside Park, NJ is $2,689. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Cliffside Park cheaper than other New Jersey cities?

Cliffside Park falls in the middle range for New Jersey, ranking #80 out of 180 cities at $2,689/mo.

When was Cliffside Park rent data last updated?

Cliffside Park rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · NJ

Cliffside Park

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Pop. 25,781·80th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,689/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.9%

Month-over-Month

+6.6%

vs US Median

+$724

Rising (Monthly)

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Cliffside Park · $2,689

More expensive than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Cliffside Park's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,689/mo

Expected by trend

$2,822/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,640

1 BR

$1,910

2 BR

$2,190

3 BR

$2,700

4 BR+

$3,410

Research median

$2,190/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$32,268/yr

At $2,689/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 2.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.9% YoY, +6.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Cliffside Park, NJ is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 42% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

25,781

Median income

$93,452

Median age

41.3

Renters

48.6%

Age distribution

19%

21.2%

27.2%

21.5%

Under 1819%

18–3421.2%

35–5427.2%

55–6411.1%

65+21.5%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

45.7%

34.5%

14.8%

White45.7%

Black2.8%

Hispanic34.5%

Asian14.8%

Other2.3%

Education (25+)

13.7%

23.4%

21%

42%

No HS diploma13.7%

HS diploma23.4%

Some college21%

Bachelor's+42%

Housing tenure

51.4%

48.6%

Owner51.4%

Renter48.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Cliffside Park, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,239 → $2,689

up 20.1%

Income

$89,387 → $93,452

up 4.5%

Population

25,515 → 25,781

up 1.0%

Renter share

52.5% → 48.6%

-3.9 pts

Bachelor's+

43.6% → 42%

-1.6 pts

Median age

40.5 → 41.3

+0.8 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Cliffside Park, NJ has shifted from $2,239 to $2,689, up 20.1% since 2022. Census figures show median household income at $93,452 today, compared with $89,387 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Cliffside Park, NJ adding about 266 residents over the five-year window, up 1.0% on net. The renter share has eased from 52.5% to 48.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Cliffside Park on your salary?

At $2,689/mo, how Cliffside Park rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 42.9% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 20.9% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 16.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 45.9% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 50.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 41.2% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Cliffside Park rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Cliffside Park

About renting in Cliffside Park, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cliffside Park is $2,689/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,640/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,190/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,700/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($93,452/yr), Cliffside Park ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cliffside Park an affordable city for renters?

Cliffside Park is considered moderate for renters. At $2,689/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($93,452/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cliffside Park slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Cliffside Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $108,000/year (~$52/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,689/mo in Cliffside Park. The local median household income is $93,452/yr, meaning the typical Cliffside Park household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cliffside Park?

Rent in Cliffside Park has increased 2.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Cliffside Park rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Cliffside Park is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #80 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,689/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cliffside Park?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Cliffside Park ($2,689/mo): Fairview ($2,333/mo), Ridgefield ($2,517/mo).

What percentage of Cliffside Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.6% of Cliffside Park households are renters, while 51.4% are owner-occupied. Cliffside Park leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cliffside Park rent compare to the national average?

Cliffside Park's median rent of $2,689/mo is $724 (37%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #80 out of 180 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

35%

MODERATE

At $2,689/mo, rent takes ~35% of Cliffside Park's median household income ($93,452/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cliffside Park 35%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–10.75%

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