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Hasbrouck Heights

Pop. 12,115·104th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,549/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-15.0%
vs US Median
+$584
Falling (Monthly)
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Hasbrouck Heights · $2,549
More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,549/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$102,000/yr
Local median income
$123,734/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hasbrouck Heights's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,560
1 BR
$1,810
2 BR
$2,080
3 BR
$2,560
4 BR+
$3,240
Research median
$2,080/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$30,588/yr
At $2,549/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -15.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 42.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,115
Median income
$123,734
Median age
44.3
Renters
32.3%
Age distribution
21.2%
16%
28.4%
17.3%
17.1%
Under 1821.2%
18–3416%
35–5428.4%
55–6417.3%
65+17.1%
Gender
46.7%
53.3%
Male46.7%
Female53.3%
Race & ethnicity
68.1%
21.4%
White68.1%
Black3.1%
Hispanic21.4%
Asian10%
Education (25+)
28.2%
24.8%
42.1%
No HS diploma4.9%
HS diploma28.2%
Some college24.8%
Bachelor's+42.1%
Housing tenure
67.7%
32.3%
Owner67.7%
Renter32.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hasbrouck Heights, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$102,639 → $123,734
up 20.6%
Population
12,120 → 12,115
up 0.0%
Renter share
31.8% → 32.3%
+0.5 pts
Bachelor's+
43.7% → 42.1%
-1.6 pts

Census figures show median household income at $123,734 today, compared with $102,639 five years earlier.

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Hasbrouck Heights rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Hasbrouck Heights is $2,549/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,560/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,080/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,810/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,560/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($123,734/yr), Hasbrouck Heights ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hasbrouck Heights an affordable city for renters?

Hasbrouck Heights is considered affordable for renters. At $2,549/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($123,734/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hasbrouck Heights falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hasbrouck Heights?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $102,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,549/mo in Hasbrouck Heights. The local median household income is $123,734/yr, meaning the typical Hasbrouck Heights household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hasbrouck Heights?

Rent in Hasbrouck Heights has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

How does Hasbrouck Heights rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Hasbrouck Heights is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #104 out of 186 tracked cities at $2,549/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hasbrouck Heights?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hasbrouck Heights ($2,549/mo): Carlstadt ($2,183/mo), Lodi ($2,343/mo), Garfield ($2,423/mo).

What percentage of Hasbrouck Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.3% of Hasbrouck Heights households are renters, while 67.7% are owner-occupied. Hasbrouck Heights leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hasbrouck Heights rent compare to the national average?

Hasbrouck Heights's median rent of $2,549/mo is $584 (30%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #104 out of 186 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,549/mo, rent takes ~25% of Hasbrouck Heights's median household income ($123,734/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax1.4–10.75%
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