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Tuckerton

Pop. 3,654·120th most expensive in New Jersey·Rental market data updated monthly for Tuckerton, NJ
Median rent (all units)
$2,434/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+3.8%
vs US Median
+$469
Rising (Monthly)
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Tuckerton · $2,434
More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
33% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,434/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$97,000/yr
Local median income
$88,892/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Tuckerton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,470
1 BR
$1,650
2 BR
$2,040
3 BR
$2,700
4 BR+
$3,010
Research median
$2,040/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
$29,208/yr
At $2,434/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +3.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Tuckerton, NJ is majority owner-occupied, 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,654
Median income
$88,892
Median age
42.7
Renters
33.2%
Age distribution
17.6%
21.2%
22.9%
18.3%
20%
Under 1817.6%
18–3421.2%
35–5422.9%
55–6418.3%
65+20%
Gender
48.4%
51.6%
Male48.4%
Female51.6%
Race & ethnicity
83.4%
White83.4%
Black5.8%
Hispanic5.8%
Other5%
Education (25+)
30.4%
30.6%
34.1%
No HS diploma4.9%
HS diploma30.4%
Some college30.6%
Bachelor's+34.1%
Housing tenure
66.8%
33.2%
Owner66.8%
Renter33.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Tuckerton, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$71,929 → $88,892
up 23.6%
Population
3,558 → 3,654
up 2.7%
Renter share
26.9% → 33.2%
+6.3 pts
Bachelor's+
31.6% → 34.1%
+2.5 pts
Median age
43.7 → 42.7
-1.0 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $71,929 to $88,892 across the same window, up 23.6% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 3,558 to 3,654 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.7% change. About 33.2% of households rent today, against 26.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 31.6% to 34.1%.

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Tuckerton rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Tuckerton, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tuckerton is $2,434/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,470/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,040/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,650/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,700/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($88,892/yr), Tuckerton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tuckerton an affordable city for renters?

Tuckerton is considered moderate for renters. At $2,434/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($88,892/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tuckerton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Tuckerton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,434/mo in Tuckerton. The local median household income is $88,892/yr, meaning the typical Tuckerton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tuckerton?

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

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

Tuckerton is one of the more affordable cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #120 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,434/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tuckerton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tuckerton ($2,434/mo): Atlantic City ($1,765/mo), Pleasantville ($1,917/mo).

What percentage of Tuckerton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.2% of Tuckerton households are renters, while 66.8% are owner-occupied. Tuckerton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tuckerton rent compare to the national average?

Tuckerton's median rent of $2,434/mo is $469 (24%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #120 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $2,434/mo, rent takes ~33% of Tuckerton's median household income ($88,892/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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