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Pleasantville

Pop. 20,712·164th most expensive in New Jersey·Pleasantville rents are up 8.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,917/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.2%
Month-over-Month
+2.5%
vs US Median
-$48
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Pleasantville · $1,917
More expensive than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
43% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,917/mo, rent takes about 43% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$77,000/yr
Local median income
$53,661/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Pleasantville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,120
1 BR
$1,270
2 BR
$1,550
3 BR
$2,170
4 BR+
$2,390
Research median
$1,550/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
$23,004/yr
At $1,917/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 8.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.2% YoY, +2.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Pleasantville, NJ is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 11% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
20,712
Median income
$53,661
Median age
34.7
Renters
52%
Age distribution
23.6%
26.6%
24.4%
12.8%
12.7%
Under 1823.6%
18–3426.6%
35–5424.4%
55–6412.8%
65+12.7%
Gender
47.4%
52.6%
Male47.4%
Female52.6%
Race & ethnicity
13.5%
32.4%
53.7%
White13.5%
Black32.4%
Hispanic53.7%
Asian2%
Education (25+)
26.1%
39.7%
23.2%
No HS diploma26.1%
HS diploma39.7%
Some college23.2%
Bachelor's+11%
Housing tenure
48%
52%
Owner48%
Renter52%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Pleasantville, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$44,008 → $53,661
up 21.9%
Population
20,505 → 20,712
up 1.0%
Renter share
57.9% → 52%
-5.9 pts
Bachelor's+
10.4% → 11%
+0.6 pts
Median age
33.8 → 34.7
+0.9 yrs

Median household income rose from $44,008 to $53,661 between 2021 and 2024, a 21.9% shift. The population has grown by 1.0% since 2021, moving from about 20,505 residents to roughly 20,712. Renters now make up 52% of households, compared with 57.9% five years ago.

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At $1,917/mo, how Pleasantville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Pleasantville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Pleasantville, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pleasantville is $1,917/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,120/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,550/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,270/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,170/mo.

At 43% of local median household income ($53,661/yr), Pleasantville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pleasantville an affordable city for renters?

Pleasantville is considered stretched for renters. At $1,917/mo, rent takes approximately 43% of the local median household income ($53,661/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pleasantville significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Pleasantville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,917/mo in Pleasantville. The local median household income is $53,661/yr, meaning the typical Pleasantville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pleasantville?

Rent in Pleasantville has increased 8.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Pleasantville is one of the more affordable cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #164 out of 180 tracked cities at $1,917/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pleasantville?

Atlantic City is nearby and more affordable at $1,765/mo, which is $152 less than Pleasantville.

What percentage of Pleasantville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52% of Pleasantville households are renters, while 48% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Pleasantville has a strong rental market.

How does Pleasantville rent compare to the national average?

Pleasantville's median rent of $1,917/mo is $48 (2%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #164 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
43%
STRETCHED

At $1,917/mo, rent takes ~43% of Pleasantville's median household income ($53,661/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pleasantville 43%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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