How much does it cost to rent in Mount Arlington, NJ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mount Arlington, NJ is $2,654. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mount Arlington cheaper than other New Jersey cities?

Mount Arlington falls in the middle range for New Jersey, ranking #88 out of 180 cities at $2,654/mo.

When was Mount Arlington rent data last updated?

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

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Mount Arlington

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Pop. 5,935·88th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,654/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-0.6%

vs US Median

+$689

Falling (Monthly)

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Mount Arlington · $2,654

More expensive than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

35% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,654/mo, rent takes about 35% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$106,000/yr

Local median income

$92,264/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Mount Arlington's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,330

1 BR

$2,650

2 BR

$3,210

3 BR

$4,040

4 BR+

$4,600

Research median

$3,210/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

$31,848/yr

At $2,654/mo median

Rent Market Meter

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 (+0.0% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mount Arlington, NJ is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 50.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,935

Median income

$92,264

Median age

48.1

Renters

24.8%

Age distribution

14.4%

20.2%

22.9%

17.4%

25.1%

Under 1814.4%

18–3420.2%

35–5422.9%

55–6417.4%

65+25.1%

Gender

43.6%

56.4%

Male43.6%

Female56.4%

Race & ethnicity

79.6%

14.4%

White79.6%

Black5.5%

Hispanic14.4%

Asian3.6%

Education (25+)

19.6%

28.1%

50.9%

No HS diploma1.4%

HS diploma19.6%

Some college28.1%

Bachelor's+50.9%

Housing tenure

75.2%

24.8%

Owner75.2%

Renter24.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mount Arlington, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income

$89,795 → $92,264

up 2.7%

Population

5,812 → 5,935

up 2.1%

Renter share

32.2% → 24.8%

-7.4 pts

Bachelor's+

35.8% → 50.9%

+15.1 pts

Median age

44.8 → 48.1

+3.3 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Mount Arlington, NJ now reports about $92,264, up from $89,795 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 5,812 to 5,935 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.1% change. About 24.8% of households rent today, against 32.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 35.8% to 50.9%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mount Arlington on your salary?

At $2,654/mo, how Mount Arlington rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 36.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 20.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 16.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 45.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 50.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 40.7% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Mount Arlington rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Mount Arlington, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mount Arlington is $2,654/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,330/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,210/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,650/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,040/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($92,264/yr), Mount Arlington ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mount Arlington an affordable city for renters?

Mount Arlington is considered moderate for renters. At $2,654/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($92,264/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mount Arlington slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Mount Arlington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $106,000/year (~$51/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,654/mo in Mount Arlington. The local median household income is $92,264/yr, meaning the typical Mount Arlington household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mount Arlington?

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

How does Mount Arlington rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Mount Arlington is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #88 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,654/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mount Arlington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mount Arlington ($2,654/mo): Randolph ($2,049/mo), Budd Lake ($2,324/mo), Dover ($2,396/mo).

What percentage of Mount Arlington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.8% of Mount Arlington households are renters, while 75.2% are owner-occupied. Mount Arlington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mount Arlington rent compare to the national average?

Mount Arlington's median rent of $2,654/mo is $689 (35%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #88 out of 180 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

35%

MODERATE

At $2,654/mo, rent takes ~35% of Mount Arlington's median household income ($92,264/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mount Arlington 35%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–10.75%

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