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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in East Rutherford, NJ is $3,002. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is East Rutherford cheaper than other New Jersey cities?

East Rutherford is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey, ranking #42 out of 180 cities tracked at $3,002/mo.

When was East Rutherford rent data last updated?

East Rutherford 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 Rutherford

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Pop. 10,313·42nd most expensive in New Jersey·East Rutherford rents are up 7.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,002/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.4%

Month-over-Month

+4.9%

vs US Median

+$1,037

Rising (Monthly)

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East Rutherford · $3,002

More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

47/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where East Rutherford's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$3,002/mo

Expected by trend

$2,956/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,610

1 BR

$1,870

2 BR

$2,150

3 BR

$2,650

4 BR+

$3,350

Research median

$2,150/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

$36,024/yr

At $3,002/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.4% YoY, +4.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

East Rutherford, NJ is majority renter-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 46.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

10,313

Median income

$97,993

Median age

38.2

Renters

64.6%

Age distribution

16.9%

28.6%

28.4%

12.2%

13.9%

Under 1816.9%

18–3428.6%

35–5428.4%

55–6412.2%

65+13.9%

Gender

47.1%

52.9%

Male47.1%

Female52.9%

Race & ethnicity

54.3%

22.7%

17.5%

White54.3%

Black5.6%

Hispanic22.7%

Asian17.5%

Education (25+)

13.3%

19%

21%

46.7%

No HS diploma13.3%

HS diploma19%

Some college21%

Bachelor's+46.7%

Housing tenure

35.4%

64.6%

Owner35.4%

Renter64.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How East Rutherford, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,468 → $3,002

up 21.6%

Income

$86,592 → $97,993

up 13.2%

Population

9,918 → 10,313

up 4.0%

Renter share

65.5% → 64.6%

-0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

42.4% → 46.7%

+4.3 pts

Median age

37.6 → 38.2

+0.6 yrs

Compared with 2022, rent in East Rutherford, NJ has climbed by $534 per month, settling near $3,002 after starting the period at $2,468. Household income in the area moved from $86,592 to $97,993 across the same window, up 13.2% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 8.4 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 9,918 to 10,313 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.0% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 42.4% to 46.7%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in East Rutherford, NJ look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in East Rutherford on your salary?

At $3,002/mo, how East Rutherford rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 34% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 47.9% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 41.6% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 23.3% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 18.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 51.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 56.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 46% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

East Rutherford rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in East Rutherford

About renting in East Rutherford, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in East Rutherford is $3,002/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,610/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,150/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,870/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,650/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($97,993/yr), East Rutherford ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Rutherford an affordable city for renters?

East Rutherford is considered moderate for renters. At $3,002/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($97,993/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. East Rutherford slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $120,000/year (~$58/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,002/mo in East Rutherford. The local median household income is $97,993/yr, meaning the typical East Rutherford household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in East Rutherford?

Rent in East Rutherford has increased 7.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

East Rutherford is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #42 out of 180 tracked cities at $3,002/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than East Rutherford ($3,002/mo): Carlstadt ($2,183/mo), North Arlington ($2,316/mo), Hasbrouck Heights ($2,549/mo).

What percentage of East Rutherford residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 64.6% of East Rutherford households are renters, while 35.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, East Rutherford has a strong rental market.

How does East Rutherford rent compare to the national average?

East Rutherford's median rent of $3,002/mo is $1,037 (53%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #42 out of 180 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

37%

MODERATE

At $3,002/mo, rent takes ~37% of East Rutherford's median household income ($97,993/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

East Rutherford 37%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–10.75%

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