How much does it cost to rent in Harrison, NJ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Harrison, NJ is $2,589. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Harrison cheaper than other New Jersey cities?

Harrison falls in the middle range for New Jersey, ranking #98 out of 180 cities at $2,589/mo.

When was Harrison rent data last updated?

Harrison rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · NJ

Harrison

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Pop. 20,369·98th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,589/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.3%

Month-over-Month

+0.8%

vs US Median

+$624

Rising (Monthly)

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Harrison · $2,589

More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Harrison's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,589/mo

Expected by trend

$2,712/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,800

1 BR

$1,830

2 BR

$2,070

3 BR

$2,570

4 BR+

$2,870

Research median

$2,070/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

$31,068/yr

At $2,589/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.3% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.3% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Harrison, NJ is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 50.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

20,369

Median income

$93,013

Median age

33.8

Renters

78.9%

Age distribution

16.9%

36.5%

23.7%

Under 1816.9%

18–3436.5%

35–5423.7%

55–6411.9%

65+11%

Gender

52.5%

47.5%

Male52.5%

Female47.5%

Race & ethnicity

31.3%

39.7%

22.7%

White31.3%

Black4.4%

Hispanic39.7%

Asian22.7%

Other1.9%

Education (25+)

22.4%

16.4%

50.7%

No HS diploma10.5%

HS diploma22.4%

Some college16.4%

Bachelor's+50.7%

Housing tenure

21.1%

78.9%

Owner21.1%

Renter78.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Harrison, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,995 → $2,589

up 29.8%

Income

$68,494 → $93,013

up 35.8%

Population

18,824 → 20,369

up 8.2%

Renter share

76.6% → 78.9%

+2.3 pts

Bachelor's+

42.9% → 50.7%

+7.8 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in Harrison, NJ has climbed by $594 per month, settling near $2,589 after starting the period at $1,995. Household income in the area moved from $68,494 to $93,013 across the same window, up 35.8% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 6.0 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 18,824 to 20,369 between 2021 and 2024, a 8.2% change. About 78.9% of households rent today, against 76.6% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 42.9% to 50.7%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Harrison, NJ look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Harrison on your salary?

At $2,589/mo, how Harrison rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 29.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 41.4% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 35.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 20.1% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 15.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 44.2% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 48.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 39.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

Harrison rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Harrison

About renting in Harrison, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Harrison is $2,589/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,800/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,070/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,830/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,570/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($93,013/yr), Harrison ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Harrison an affordable city for renters?

Harrison is considered moderate for renters. At $2,589/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($93,013/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Harrison slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Harrison?

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 $2,589/mo in Harrison. The local median household income is $93,013/yr, meaning the typical Harrison household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Harrison?

Rent in Harrison has increased 2.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Harrison is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #98 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,589/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Harrison?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Harrison ($2,589/mo): East Orange ($2,068/mo), Newark ($2,130/mo), Belleville ($2,277/mo).

What percentage of Harrison residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 78.9% of Harrison households are renters, while 21.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Harrison has a strong rental market.

How does Harrison rent compare to the national average?

Harrison's median rent of $2,589/mo is $624 (32%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #98 out of 180 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $2,589/mo, rent takes ~33% of Harrison's median household income ($93,013/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Harrison 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–10.75%

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