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Flemington

Pop. 4,896·94th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,607/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.7%
Month-over-Month
+0.7%
vs US Median
+$645
Rising (Monthly)
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Flemington · $2,607
More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
45% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,607/mo, rent takes about 45% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$104,000/yr
Local median income
$69,978/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Flemington's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,450
1 BR
$1,630
2 BR
$2,050
3 BR
$2,490
4 BR+
$2,730
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,050/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,607 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$31,284/yr
At $2,607/mo median
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Rents are climbing (0.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.7% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Flemington, NJ is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 39.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,896
Median income
$69,978
Median age
34.2
Renters
65.9%
Age distribution
19.6%
32.5%
24.4%
13.7%
Under 1819.6%
18–3432.5%
35–5424.4%
55–649.8%
65+13.7%
Gender
45.2%
54.8%
Male45.2%
Female54.8%
Race & ethnicity
56.1%
34.1%
White56.1%
Black2.7%
Hispanic34.1%
Asian7.5%
Education (25+)
32.6%
17.1%
39.8%
No HS diploma10.5%
HS diploma32.6%
Some college17.1%
Bachelor's+39.8%
Housing tenure
34.1%
65.9%
Owner34.1%
Renter65.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Flemington, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$78,566 → $69,978
down 10.9%
Population
4,819 → 4,896
up 1.6%
Renter share
68.5% → 65.9%
-2.6 pts
Bachelor's+
31.6% → 39.8%
+8.2 pts
Median age
32.6 → 34.2
+1.6 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $69,978 today, compared with $78,566 five years earlier. The population has grown by 1.6% since 2021, moving from about 4,819 residents to roughly 4,896. Renters now make up 65.9% of households, compared with 68.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 39.8% of adults here, versus 31.6% in 2021.

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Flemington rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Flemington, NJ

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Flemington is $2,607/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,050/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,630/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,490/mo.

At 45% of local median household income ($69,978/yr), Flemington ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Flemington an affordable city for renters?

Flemington is considered stretched for renters. At $2,607/mo, rent takes approximately 45% of the local median household income ($69,978/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Flemington significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Flemington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $104,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,607/mo in Flemington. The local median household income is $69,978/yr, meaning the typical Flemington household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Flemington?

Rent in Flemington has increased 0.7% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Flemington is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #94 out of 183 tracked cities at $2,607/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Flemington?

Somerville is nearby and more affordable at $2,524/mo, which is $83 less than Flemington.

What percentage of Flemington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 65.9% of Flemington households are renters, while 34.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Flemington has a strong rental market.

How does Flemington rent compare to the national average?

Flemington's median rent of $2,607/mo is $645 (33%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #94 out of 183 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
45%
STRETCHED

At $2,607/mo, rent takes ~45% of Flemington's median household income ($69,978/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Flemington 45%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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