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Guttenberg

Pop. 11,754·121st most expensive in New Jersey·Rental market data updated monthly for Guttenberg, NJ
Median rent (all units)
$2,425/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.7%
Month-over-Month
-1.1%
vs US Median
+$463
Falling (Monthly)
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Guttenberg · $2,425
More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
38% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,425/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$97,000/yr
Local median income
$75,683/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Guttenberg's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,271
1 BR
$1,620
2 BR
$1,717
3 BR
$2,048
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,717/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,425 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 →

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12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$29,100/yr
At $2,425/mo median
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Rents are softening (down 1.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.7% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Guttenberg, NJ is majority renter-occupied, 44.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
11,754
Median income
$75,683
Median age
40.3
Renters
60%
Age distribution
20.2%
21.6%
31.2%
12.2%
14.8%
Under 1820.2%
18–3421.6%
35–5431.2%
55–6412.2%
65+14.8%
Gender
46.6%
53.4%
Male46.6%
Female53.4%
Race & ethnicity
29.5%
66.8%
White29.5%
Black5.5%
Hispanic66.8%
Asian7.7%
Education (25+)
20.8%
22.7%
44.7%
No HS diploma11.8%
HS diploma20.8%
Some college22.7%
Bachelor's+44.7%
Housing tenure
40%
60%
Owner40%
Renter60%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Guttenberg, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$65,532 → $75,683
up 15.5%
Population
11,833 → 11,754
down 0.7%
Renter share
59.5% → 60%
+0.5 pts
Bachelor's+
40.8% → 44.7%
+3.9 pts
Median age
38.4 → 40.3
+1.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Guttenberg, NJ now reports about $75,683, up from $65,532 in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 40.8% to 44.7%.

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At $2,425/mo, how Guttenberg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Guttenberg rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Guttenberg, NJ

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Guttenberg is $2,425/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,271/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,717/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,620/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,048/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($75,683/yr), Guttenberg ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Guttenberg an affordable city for renters?

Guttenberg is considered moderate for renters. At $2,425/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($75,683/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Guttenberg slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Guttenberg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,425/mo in Guttenberg. The local median household income is $75,683/yr, meaning the typical Guttenberg household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Guttenberg?

Rent in Guttenberg has decreased 1.7% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Guttenberg is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #121 out of 183 tracked cities at $2,425/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Guttenberg?

Fairview is nearby and more affordable at $2,250/mo, which is $175 less than Guttenberg.

What percentage of Guttenberg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 60% of Guttenberg households are renters, while 40% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Guttenberg has a strong rental market.

How does Guttenberg rent compare to the national average?

Guttenberg's median rent of $2,425/mo is $463 (24%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #121 out of 183 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $2,425/mo, rent takes ~38% of Guttenberg's median household income ($75,683/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Guttenberg 38%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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