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Parlin

·45th most expensive in New Jersey·Parlin rents are up 8.1% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,956/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.1%
Month-over-Month
+4.7%
vs US Median
+$994
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Parlin · $2,956
More expensive than 90% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
49% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,956/mo, rent takes about 49% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$118,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Parlin's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,450
1 BR
$1,630
2 BR
$2,050
3 BR
$2,490
4 BR+
$2,730
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,050/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,956 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$35,472/yr
At $2,956/mo median
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Rents are up 8.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.1% YoY, +4.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Parlin is $2,956/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,050/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,630/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,490/mo.

At 49% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Parlin ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.1% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Parlin an affordable city for renters?

Parlin is considered stretched for renters. At $2,956/mo, rent takes approximately 49% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Parlin significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Parlin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $118,000/year (~$57/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,956/mo in Parlin.

Is rent going up or down in Parlin?

Rent in Parlin has increased 8.1% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Parlin is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #45 out of 183 tracked cities at $2,956/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Parlin?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Parlin ($2,956/mo): Perth Amboy ($2,361/mo), Woodbridge ($2,592/mo), Matawan ($2,606/mo).

How does Parlin rent compare to the national average?

Parlin's median rent of $2,956/mo is $994 (51%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #45 out of 183 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
49%
STRETCHED

At $2,956/mo, rent takes ~49% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Parlin 49%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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