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Warren Township

·35th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,091/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+4.0%
vs US Median
+$1,126
Rising (Monthly)
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Warren Township · $3,091
More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
52% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,091/mo, rent takes about 52% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$124,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Warren Township's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,850
1 BR
$2,080
2 BR
$2,620
3 BR
$3,160
4 BR+
$3,470
Research median
$2,620/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$37,092/yr
At $3,091/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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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, +4.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Warren Township is $3,091/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,850/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,620/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,080/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,160/mo.

At 52% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Warren Township ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Warren Township an affordable city for renters?

Warren Township is considered expensive for renters. At $3,091/mo, rent takes approximately 52% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Warren Township significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Warren Township?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $124,000/year (~$60/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,091/mo in Warren Township.

Is rent going up or down in Warren Township?

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

How does Warren Township rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Warren Township is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #35 out of 180 tracked cities at $3,091/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Warren Township?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Warren Township ($3,091/mo): North Plainfield ($2,113/mo), Bound Brook ($2,118/mo), Plainfield ($2,174/mo).

How does Warren Township rent compare to the national average?

Warren Township's median rent of $3,091/mo is $1,126 (57%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #35 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
52%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,091/mo, rent takes ~52% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Warren Township 52%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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