How much does it cost to rent in East Brunswick, NJ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in East Brunswick, NJ is $2,626. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is East Brunswick cheaper than other New Jersey cities?

East Brunswick falls in the middle range for New Jersey, ranking #93 out of 180 cities at $2,626/mo.

When was East Brunswick rent data last updated?

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

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East Brunswick

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·93rd most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,626/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.8%

Month-over-Month

-1.9%

vs US Median

+$661

Falling (Monthly)

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East Brunswick · $2,626

More expensive than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

69/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,626/mo

Expected by trend

$2,909/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,660

1 BR

$1,860

2 BR

$2,340

3 BR

$2,820

4 BR+

$3,100

Research median

$2,340/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

$31,512/yr

At $2,626/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 0.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.8% YoY, -1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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2021 vs 2026

How East Brunswick, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,022 → $2,626

up 29.9%

Across the past five years, the going rent in East Brunswick, NJ has shifted from $2,022 to $2,626, up 29.9% since 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in East Brunswick, NJ reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in East Brunswick on your salary?

At $2,626/mo, how East Brunswick rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 29.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 41.9% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 20.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 15.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 44.8% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 49.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 40.3% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

East Brunswick rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in East Brunswick

About renting in East Brunswick, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in East Brunswick is $2,626/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,660/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,340/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,860/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,820/mo.

At 44% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), East Brunswick ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Brunswick an affordable city for renters?

East Brunswick is considered stretched for renters. At $2,626/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. East Brunswick significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in East Brunswick?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $105,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,626/mo in East Brunswick.

Is rent going up or down in East Brunswick?

Rent in East Brunswick has increased 0.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does East Brunswick rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

East Brunswick is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #93 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,626/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than East Brunswick?

Highland Park is nearby and more affordable at $2,440/mo, which is $186 less than East Brunswick.

How does East Brunswick rent compare to the national average?

East Brunswick's median rent of $2,626/mo is $661 (34%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #93 out of 180 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

44%

STRETCHED

At $2,626/mo, rent takes ~44% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

East Brunswick 44%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–10.75%

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