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North Arlington

Pop. 16,461·132nd most expensive in New Jersey·Rental market data updated monthly for North Arlington, NJ
Median rent (all units)
$2,316/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+0.7%
vs US Median
+$351
Rising (Monthly)
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North Arlington · $2,316
More expensive than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
30% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,316/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$93,000/yr
Local median income
$94,201/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using North Arlington's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,500
1 BR
$1,740
2 BR
$2,000
3 BR
$2,460
4 BR+
$3,110
Research median
$2,000/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$27,792/yr
At $2,316/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 (+0.0% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

North Arlington, NJ is majority renter-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 38.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
16,461
Median income
$94,201
Median age
40.1
Renters
55.6%
Age distribution
18.4%
23.7%
29.5%
17.5%
Under 1818.4%
18–3423.7%
35–5429.5%
55–6410.9%
65+17.5%
Gender
48%
52%
Male48%
Female52%
Race & ethnicity
60.5%
30.3%
White60.5%
Black4.5%
Hispanic30.3%
Asian9.4%
Education (25+)
32%
21.6%
38.3%
No HS diploma8.1%
HS diploma32%
Some college21.6%
Bachelor's+38.3%
Housing tenure
44.4%
55.6%
Owner44.4%
Renter55.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How North Arlington, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$94,012 → $94,201
up 0.2%
Population
16,339 → 16,461
up 0.7%
Renter share
51.4% → 55.6%
+4.2 pts
Bachelor's+
35.1% → 38.3%
+3.2 pts
Median age
41 → 40.1
-0.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in North Arlington, NJ now reports about $94,201, up from $94,012 in 2021. About 55.6% of households rent today, against 51.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 35.1% to 38.3%.

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North Arlington rent by bedroom count

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About renting in North Arlington, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Arlington is $2,316/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,500/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,740/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,460/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($94,201/yr), North 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 North Arlington an affordable city for renters?

North Arlington is considered moderate for renters. At $2,316/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($94,201/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Arlington slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $93,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,316/mo in North Arlington. The local median household income is $94,201/yr, meaning the typical North Arlington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Arlington?

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

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

North Arlington is one of the more affordable cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #132 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,316/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Arlington ($2,316/mo): Nutley ($2,183/mo), Belleville ($2,277/mo), Kearny ($2,301/mo).

What percentage of North Arlington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 55.6% of North Arlington households are renters, while 44.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, North Arlington has a strong rental market.

How does North Arlington rent compare to the national average?

North Arlington's median rent of $2,316/mo is $351 (18%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #132 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $2,316/mo, rent takes ~30% of North Arlington's median household income ($94,201/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax1.4–10.75%
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