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Leonia

Pop. 9,336·103rd most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,550/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+2.0%
vs US Median
+$585
Rising (Monthly)
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Leonia · $2,550
More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,550/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$102,000/yr
Local median income
$129,665/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Leonia's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,680
1 BR
$1,950
2 BR
$2,240
3 BR
$2,760
4 BR+
$3,490
Research median
$2,240/mo

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

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$30,600/yr
At $2,550/mo median
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Demographics

Who lives here

Leonia, NJ is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 61% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,336
Median income
$129,665
Median age
45.9
Renters
30.1%
Age distribution
20.2%
17.3%
25.3%
19.5%
17.7%
Under 1820.2%
18–3417.3%
35–5425.3%
55–6419.5%
65+17.7%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
33.9%
25.3%
37.5%
White33.9%
Black3.2%
Hispanic25.3%
Asian37.5%
Education (25+)
20.4%
61%
No HS diploma7.2%
HS diploma11.4%
Some college20.4%
Bachelor's+61%
Housing tenure
69.9%
30.1%
Owner69.9%
Renter30.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Leonia, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$102,381 → $129,665
up 26.6%
Population
9,283 → 9,336
up 0.6%
Renter share
34.5% → 30.1%
-4.4 pts
Bachelor's+
59.1% → 61%
+1.9 pts

Median household income grew from $102,381 to $129,665 between 2021 and 2024, a 26.6% shift. About 30.1% of households rent today, against 34.5% in 2021.

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About renting in Leonia, NJ

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Leonia is $2,550/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,680/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,240/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,950/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,760/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($129,665/yr), Leonia ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Leonia an affordable city for renters?

Leonia is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,550/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($129,665/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Leonia falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Leonia?

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 $2,550/mo in Leonia. The local median household income is $129,665/yr, meaning the typical Leonia household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Leonia?

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

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

Leonia is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #103 out of 186 tracked cities at $2,550/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Leonia?

Ridgefield Park is nearby and more affordable at $2,109/mo, which is $441 less than Leonia.

What percentage of Leonia residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.1% of Leonia households are renters, while 69.9% are owner-occupied. Leonia leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Leonia rent compare to the national average?

Leonia's median rent of $2,550/mo is $585 (30%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #103 out of 186 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,550/mo, rent takes ~24% of Leonia's median household income ($129,665/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Leonia 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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