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Manasquan

Pop. 5,922·14th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,750/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-51.9%
vs US Median
+$1,785
Falling (Monthly)
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Manasquan · $3,750
More expensive than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,750/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$150,000/yr
Local median income
$142,944/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Manasquan's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,360
1 BR
$1,520
2 BR
$1,880
3 BR
$2,500
4 BR+
$2,790
Research median
$1,880/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
$45,000/yr
At $3,750/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, -51.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Manasquan, NJ is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 71.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,922
Median income
$142,944
Median age
48.3
Renters
16.1%
Age distribution
20.3%
15.4%
26.3%
17.9%
20.1%
Under 1820.3%
18–3415.4%
35–5426.3%
55–6417.9%
65+20.1%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
92.6%
White92.6%
Hispanic4.3%
Asian0.8%
Other2.3%
Education (25+)
13%
14.7%
71.2%
No HS diploma1.1%
HS diploma13%
Some college14.7%
Bachelor's+71.2%
Housing tenure
83.9%
16.1%
Owner83.9%
Renter16.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Manasquan, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$132,596 → $142,944
up 7.8%
Population
5,930 → 5,922
down 0.1%
Renter share
13.7% → 16.1%
+2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
68.7% → 71.2%
+2.5 pts
Median age
47.2 → 48.3
+1.1 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $132,596 in 2021 to $142,944 more recently. Renters now make up 16.1% of households, compared with 13.7% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 71.2% of adults here, versus 68.7% in 2021.

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Manasquan rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Manasquan, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Manasquan is $3,750/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,360/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,520/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,500/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($142,944/yr), Manasquan ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Manasquan an affordable city for renters?

Manasquan is considered moderate for renters. At $3,750/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($142,944/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Manasquan slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Manasquan?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $150,000/year (~$72/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,750/mo in Manasquan. The local median household income is $142,944/yr, meaning the typical Manasquan household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Manasquan?

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

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

Manasquan is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #14 out of 180 tracked cities at $3,750/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Manasquan?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Manasquan ($3,750/mo): Brick ($2,663/mo), Neptune Township ($2,769/mo), Asbury Park ($2,872/mo).

What percentage of Manasquan residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.1% of Manasquan households are renters, while 83.9% are owner-occupied. Manasquan leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Manasquan rent compare to the national average?

Manasquan's median rent of $3,750/mo is $1,785 (91%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #14 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $3,750/mo, rent takes ~31% of Manasquan's median household income ($142,944/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Manasquan 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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