How much does it cost to rent in Piscataway, NJ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Piscataway, NJ is $2,669. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Piscataway cheaper than other New Jersey cities?

Piscataway falls in the middle range for New Jersey, ranking #85 out of 180 cities at $2,669/mo.

When was Piscataway rent data last updated?

Piscataway 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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Piscataway

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·85th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,669/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.8%

Month-over-Month

-2.5%

vs US Median

+$704

Falling (Monthly)

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Piscataway · $2,669

More expensive than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

68/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Piscataway's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,669/mo

Expected by trend

$2,932/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Piscataway's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,560

1 BR

$1,760

2 BR

$2,210

3 BR

$2,660

4 BR+

$2,930

Research median

$2,210/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

$32,028/yr

At $2,669/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 (+4.8% YoY, -2.5% MoM), not inventory.

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2021 vs 2026

How Piscataway, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,900 → $2,669

up 40.5%

Since 2021, the typical rent in Piscataway, NJ has increased from $1,900 to $2,669, a 40.5% change over five years. Taken together, the five-year picture in Piscataway, NJ reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Piscataway on your salary?

At $2,669/mo, how Piscataway rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 30.3% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 45.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 50.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 40.9% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Piscataway rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Piscataway, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Piscataway is $2,669/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,560/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,210/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,760/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,660/mo.

At 44% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Piscataway ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Piscataway an affordable city for renters?

Piscataway is considered stretched for renters. At $2,669/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Piscataway significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Piscataway?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $107,000/year (~$51/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,669/mo in Piscataway.

Is rent going up or down in Piscataway?

Rent in Piscataway has increased 4.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Piscataway is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #85 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,669/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Piscataway?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Piscataway ($2,669/mo): Plainfield ($2,174/mo), Highland Park ($2,440/mo), Dunellen ($2,455/mo).

How does Piscataway rent compare to the national average?

Piscataway's median rent of $2,669/mo is $704 (36%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #85 out of 180 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

44%

STRETCHED

At $2,669/mo, rent takes ~44% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Piscataway 44%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–10.75%

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