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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in East Orange, NJ is $2,068. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is East Orange cheaper than other New Jersey cities?

East Orange is among the more affordable cities in New Jersey, ranking #154 out of 180 cities at $2,068/mo.

When was East Orange rent data last updated?

East Orange 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

East Orange

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Pop. 70,090·154th most expensive in New Jersey·Rental market data updated monthly for East Orange, NJ

Median rent (all units)

$2,068/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.9%

Month-over-Month

-0.6%

vs US Median

+$103

Falling (Monthly)

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East Orange · $2,068

More expensive than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

66/100

Good value

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Rents are 8% below what East Orange's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,068/mo

Expected by trend

$2,253/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,360

1 BR

$1,555

2 BR

$1,880

3 BR

$2,370

4 BR+

$2,695

Research median

$1,880/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

$24,816/yr

At $2,068/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 (+0.9% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

East Orange, NJ is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

70,090

Median income

$60,830

Median age

37.4

Renters

69%

Age distribution

21.7%

24.5%

25.9%

12.5%

15.4%

Under 1821.7%

18–3424.5%

35–5425.9%

55–6412.5%

65+15.4%

Gender

45.6%

54.4%

Male45.6%

Female54.4%

Race & ethnicity

79.1%

White3%

Black79.1%

Hispanic11%

Asian1.3%

Other5.6%

Education (25+)

14.2%

34.1%

29.1%

22.7%

No HS diploma14.2%

HS diploma34.1%

Some college29.1%

Bachelor's+22.7%

Housing tenure

31%

69%

Owner31%

Renter69%

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

2021 vs 2026

How East Orange, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,650 → $2,068

up 25.3%

Income

$54,520 → $60,830

up 11.6%

Population

68,918 → 70,090

up 1.7%

Renter share

74.7% → 69%

-5.7 pts

Bachelor's+

21.5% → 22.7%

+1.2 pts

Median age

35.7 → 37.4

+1.7 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in East Orange, NJ has shifted from $1,650 to $2,068, up 25.3% since 2021. Median household income climbed from $54,520 to $60,830 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.6% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show East Orange, NJ adding about 1,172 residents over the five-year window, up 1.7% on net. The renter share has eased from 74.7% to 69%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Taken together, the five-year picture in East Orange, 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 Orange on your salary?

At $2,068/mo, how East Orange rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 23.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 33% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 28.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 16% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 12.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 35.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 39.1% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 31.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

East Orange rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in East Orange, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in East Orange is $2,068/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,360/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,555/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,370/mo.

At 41% of local median household income ($60,830/yr), East Orange ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Orange an affordable city for renters?

East Orange is considered stretched for renters. At $2,068/mo, rent takes approximately 41% of the local median household income ($60,830/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. East Orange significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,068/mo in East Orange. The local median household income is $60,830/yr, meaning the typical East Orange household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in East Orange?

Rent in East Orange has increased 0.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which East Orange neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in East Orange are 07017 ($2,020/mo), and 07018 ($2,228/mo). Citywide, the median rent in East Orange is $2,068/mo.

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

East Orange is one of the more affordable cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #154 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,068/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than East Orange ($2,068/mo): Orange ($1,912/mo), Irvington ($2,038/mo).

What percentage of East Orange residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 69% of East Orange households are renters, while 31% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, East Orange has a strong rental market.

How does East Orange rent compare to the national average?

East Orange's median rent of $2,068/mo is $103 (5%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #154 out of 180 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

41%

STRETCHED

At $2,068/mo, rent takes ~41% of East Orange's median household income ($60,830/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

East Orange 41%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–10.75%

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