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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Weehawken, NJ is $3,793. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Weehawken cheaper than other New Jersey cities?

Weehawken is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey, ranking #12 out of 180 cities tracked at $3,793/mo.

When was Weehawken rent data last updated?

Weehawken 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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Weehawken

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·12th most expensive in New Jersey·Weehawken rents are up 6.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,793/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.6%

Month-over-Month

+1.1%

vs US Median

+$1,828

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Weehawken · $3,793

More expensive than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

56/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Weehawken's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$3,793/mo

Expected by trend

$3,913/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,430

1 BR

$2,470

2 BR

$2,800

3 BR

$3,440

4 BR+

$3,920

Research median

$2,800/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

$45,516/yr

At $3,793/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.6% YoY, +1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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2021 vs 2026

How Weehawken, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,868 → $3,793

up 32.3%

Rent in Weehawken, NJ has increased 32.3% since 2021, going from about $2,868 per month to roughly $3,793 today. Taken together, the five-year picture in Weehawken, 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 Weehawken on your salary?

At $3,793/mo, how Weehawken rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 43% income

rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 60.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 52.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 29.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 23% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 64.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 71.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 58.1% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Weehawken rent by bedroom count

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Weehawken is $3,793/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,430/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,800/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,470/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,440/mo.

At 63% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Weehawken ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Weehawken an affordable city for renters?

Weehawken is considered expensive for renters. At $3,793/mo, rent takes approximately 63% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Weehawken significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Weehawken?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $152,000/year (~$73/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,793/mo in Weehawken.

Is rent going up or down in Weehawken?

Rent in Weehawken has increased 6.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Weehawken is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #12 out of 180 tracked cities at $3,793/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Weehawken?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Weehawken ($3,793/mo): Union City ($2,421/mo), Guttenberg ($2,451/mo), West New York ($2,635/mo).

How does Weehawken rent compare to the national average?

Weehawken's median rent of $3,793/mo is $1,828 (93%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #12 out of 180 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

63%

EXPENSIVE

At $3,793/mo, rent takes ~63% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Weehawken 63%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–10.75%

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