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Ewing

·143rd most expensive in New Jersey·Ewing rents have dropped 12.7%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$2,142/mo
Year-over-Year
-12.7%
Month-over-Month
-2.7%
vs US Median
+$177
Falling (Monthly)
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Ewing · $2,142
More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
83/100
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Rents are 17% below what Ewing's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,142/mo
Expected by trend
$2,566/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,375
1 BR
$1,585
2 BR
$2,000
3 BR
$2,410
4 BR+
$2,710
Research median
$2,000/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
$25,704/yr
At $2,142/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 12.7% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-12.7% YoY, -2.7% MoM), not inventory.
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2022 vs 2026

How Ewing, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,887 → $2,142
up 13.5%

Compared with 2022, rent in Ewing, NJ has increased by $255 per month, settling near $2,142 after starting the period at $1,887. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Ewing, NJ reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Ewing, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ewing is $2,142/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,375/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,585/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,410/mo.

At 36% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Ewing ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 12.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ewing an affordable city for renters?

Ewing is considered moderate for renters. At $2,142/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ewing slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Ewing?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $86,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,142/mo in Ewing.

Is rent going up or down in Ewing?

Rent in Ewing has decreased 12.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Ewing neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Ewing are 08628 ($1,858/mo), and 08638 ($1,992/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Ewing is $2,142/mo.

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

Ewing is one of the more affordable cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #143 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,142/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ewing?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ewing ($2,142/mo): Morrisville ($1,678/mo), Trenton ($2,139/mo).

How does Ewing rent compare to the national average?

Ewing's median rent of $2,142/mo is $177 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #143 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
36%
MODERATE

At $2,142/mo, rent takes ~36% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ewing 36%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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