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Mc Guire Afb

Pop. 4,400·35th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,156/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.6%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
+$1,191
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Mc Guire Afb · $3,156
More expensive than 94% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
53% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,156/mo, rent takes about 53% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$126,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Mc Guire Afb's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,990
1 BR
$2,200
2 BR
$2,620
3 BR
$3,160
4 BR+
$3,590
Research median
$2,620/mo

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

Rent trends

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Last updated: March 14, 2026

Annual cost
$37,872/yr
At $3,156/mo median
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-0.6% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Mc Guire Afb, NJ is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 35.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,400
Median age
23.7
Renters
97.6%
Age distribution
36%
37.9%
21.2%
Under 1836%
18–3437.9%
35–5421.2%
55–642.9%
65+1.9%
Gender
51%
49%
Male51%
Female49%
Race & ethnicity
65.9%
21.3%
White65.9%
Black11.9%
Hispanic21.3%
Asian2.8%
Education (25+)
20.9%
42.2%
35.5%
No HS diploma1.4%
HS diploma20.9%
Some college42.2%
Bachelor's+35.5%
Housing tenure
97.6%
Owner2.4%
Renter97.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mc Guire Afb, NJ has changed in 5 years

Population
5,216 → 4,400
down 15.6%
Renter share
100% → 97.6%
-2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
39.7% → 35.5%
-4.2 pts

Headcount in the area went from 5,216 to 4,400 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.6% change. About 97.6% of households rent today, against 100% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 39.7% to 35.5%.

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Mc Guire Afb rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Mc Guire Afb, NJ

Last updated: March 14, 2026

The median rent in Mc Guire Afb is $3,156/mo as of March 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,990/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,620/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,200/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,160/mo.

At 53% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Mc Guire Afb ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mc Guire Afb an affordable city for renters?

Mc Guire Afb is considered expensive for renters. At $3,156/mo, rent takes approximately 53% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mc Guire Afb significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Mc Guire Afb?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $126,000/year (~$61/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,156/mo in Mc Guire Afb.

Is rent going up or down in Mc Guire Afb?

Rent in Mc Guire Afb has decreased 0.6% over the past year as of March 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Mc Guire Afb rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Mc Guire Afb is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #35 out of 198 tracked cities at $3,156/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mc Guire Afb?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mc Guire Afb ($3,156/mo): Eastampton Township ($1,881/mo), Mt Holly Township ($2,024/mo), Trenton ($2,139/mo).

What percentage of Mc Guire Afb residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 97.6% of Mc Guire Afb households are renters, while 2.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Mc Guire Afb has a strong rental market.

How does Mc Guire Afb rent compare to the national average?

Mc Guire Afb's median rent of $3,156/mo is $1,191 (61%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #35 out of 198 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
53%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,156/mo, rent takes ~53% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mc Guire Afb 53%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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