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Rahway

Pop. 30,109·107th most expensive in New Jersey·Rental market data updated monthly for Rahway, NJ
Median rent (all units)
$2,506/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.7%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
+$541
Falling (Monthly)
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Rahway · $2,506
More expensive than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
65/100
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Rents are 7% below what Rahway's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,506/mo
Expected by trend
$2,705/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,610
1 BR
$1,830
2 BR
$2,220
3 BR
$2,800
4 BR+
$3,180
Research median
$2,220/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
$30,072/yr
At $2,506/mo median
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Rents are softening (down 0.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-0.7% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Rahway, NJ is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
30,109
Median income
$91,461
Median age
39.7
Renters
48.5%
Age distribution
19.3%
24.2%
26%
12.2%
18.2%
Under 1819.3%
18–3424.2%
35–5426%
55–6412.2%
65+18.2%
Gender
47.7%
52.3%
Male47.7%
Female52.3%
Race & ethnicity
34.9%
31.2%
27.4%
White34.9%
Black31.2%
Hispanic27.4%
Asian6%
Other0.5%
Education (25+)
30.9%
25%
34.1%
No HS diploma10%
HS diploma30.9%
Some college25%
Bachelor's+34.1%
Housing tenure
51.5%
48.5%
Owner51.5%
Renter48.5%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Rahway, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,296 → $2,506
up 9.1%
Income
$81,368 → $91,461
up 12.4%
Population
29,582 → 30,109
up 1.8%
Renter share
44.2% → 48.5%
+4.3 pts
Bachelor's+
34.9% → 34.1%
-0.8 pts

Compared with 2023, rent in Rahway, NJ has climbed by $210 per month, settling near $2,506 after starting the period at $2,296. Household income in the area moved from $81,368 to $91,461 across the same window, up 12.4% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 3.3 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 29,582 to 30,109 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.8% change. About 48.5% of households rent today, against 44.2% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Rahway, NJ look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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About renting in Rahway, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rahway is $2,506/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,610/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,220/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,830/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,800/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($91,461/yr), Rahway ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rahway an affordable city for renters?

Rahway is considered moderate for renters. At $2,506/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($91,461/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rahway slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Rahway?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $100,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,506/mo in Rahway. The local median household income is $91,461/yr, meaning the typical Rahway household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rahway?

Rent in Rahway has decreased 0.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Rahway is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #107 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,506/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rahway?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rahway ($2,506/mo): Linden ($2,343/mo), Avenel ($2,500/mo).

What percentage of Rahway residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.5% of Rahway households are renters, while 51.5% are owner-occupied. Rahway leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rahway rent compare to the national average?

Rahway's median rent of $2,506/mo is $541 (28%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #107 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $2,506/mo, rent takes ~33% of Rahway's median household income ($91,461/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rahway 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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