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Glassboro

Pop. 23,717·97th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,603/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.1%
Month-over-Month
-2.7%
vs US Median
+$638
Falling (Monthly)
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Glassboro · $2,603
More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
36% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,603/mo, rent takes about 36% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$104,000/yr
Local median income
$87,278/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Glassboro's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,600
1 BR
$1,760
2 BR
$2,100
3 BR
$2,530
4 BR+
$2,880
Research median
$2,100/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
$31,236/yr
At $2,603/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 4.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-4.1% YoY, -2.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Glassboro, NJ is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 43% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
23,717
Median income
$87,278
Median age
27.9
Renters
40.2%
Age distribution
45.4%
17.9%
12%
13.3%
Under 1811.4%
18–3445.4%
35–5417.9%
55–6412%
65+13.3%
Gender
51.6%
48.4%
Male51.6%
Female48.4%
Race & ethnicity
65.1%
16.8%
White65.1%
Black16.8%
Hispanic11.6%
Asian7%
Education (25+)
24.2%
22.9%
43%
No HS diploma9.9%
HS diploma24.2%
Some college22.9%
Bachelor's+43%
Housing tenure
59.8%
40.2%
Owner59.8%
Renter40.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Glassboro, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$71,608 → $87,278
up 21.9%
Population
20,284 → 23,717
up 16.9%
Renter share
37.7% → 40.2%
+2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
39% → 43%
+4.0 pts
Median age
29.4 → 27.9
-1.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $71,608 in 2021 to $87,278 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 20,284 to 23,717 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.9% change. About 40.2% of households rent today, against 37.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 39% to 43%.

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By apartment size

Glassboro rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Glassboro, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Glassboro is $2,603/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,600/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,100/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,760/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,530/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($87,278/yr), Glassboro ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Glassboro an affordable city for renters?

Glassboro is considered moderate for renters. At $2,603/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($87,278/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Glassboro slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Glassboro?

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 $2,603/mo in Glassboro. The local median household income is $87,278/yr, meaning the typical Glassboro household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Glassboro?

Rent in Glassboro has decreased 4.1% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Glassboro is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #97 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,603/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Glassboro?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Glassboro ($2,603/mo): Somerdale ($1,736/mo), Blackwood ($1,900/mo), Woodbury ($2,069/mo).

What percentage of Glassboro residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.2% of Glassboro households are renters, while 59.8% are owner-occupied. Glassboro leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Glassboro rent compare to the national average?

Glassboro's median rent of $2,603/mo is $638 (32%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #97 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
36%
MODERATE

At $2,603/mo, rent takes ~36% of Glassboro's median household income ($87,278/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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