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Westfield

Pop. 31,111·31st most expensive in New Jersey·Westfield rents are up 23.7% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,159/mo
Year-over-Year
+23.7%
Month-over-Month
+3.8%
vs US Median
+$1,194
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Westfield · $3,159
More expensive than 93% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
16% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,159/mo, rent takes about 16% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$126,000/yr
Local median income
$232,629/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Westfield's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,120
1 BR
$2,420
2 BR
$2,930
3 BR
$3,690
4 BR+
$4,200
Research median
$2,930/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
$37,908/yr
At $3,159/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 23.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+23.7% YoY, +3.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Westfield, NJ is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 78.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
31,111
Median income
$232,629
Median age
40.7
Renters
18.9%
Age distribution
28.7%
13%
29%
14.4%
14.9%
Under 1828.7%
18–3413%
35–5429%
55–6414.4%
65+14.9%
Gender
49.8%
50.2%
Male49.8%
Female50.2%
Race & ethnicity
77.6%
White77.6%
Black2.5%
Hispanic8%
Asian8.9%
Other3.1%
Education (25+)
78.1%
No HS diploma2.2%
HS diploma8%
Some college11.7%
Bachelor's+78.1%
Housing tenure
81.1%
18.9%
Owner81.1%
Renter18.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Westfield, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$185,319 → $232,629
up 25.5%
Population
30,950 → 31,111
up 0.5%
Renter share
19.9% → 18.9%
-1.0 pts
Bachelor's+
76.4% → 78.1%
+1.7 pts

Household income in the area moved from $185,319 to $232,629 across the same window, up 25.5% versus 2021.

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Westfield rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Westfield, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Westfield is $3,159/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,120/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,930/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,420/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,690/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($232,629/yr), Westfield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 23.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Westfield an affordable city for renters?

Westfield is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,159/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($232,629/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westfield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Westfield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $126,000/year (~$61/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,159/mo in Westfield. The local median household income is $232,629/yr, meaning the typical Westfield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Westfield?

Rent in Westfield has increased 23.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Westfield is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #31 out of 180 tracked cities at $3,159/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westfield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Westfield ($3,159/mo): Rahway ($2,506/mo), Springfield ($2,694/mo), Summit ($3,006/mo).

What percentage of Westfield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.9% of Westfield households are renters, while 81.1% are owner-occupied. Westfield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Westfield rent compare to the national average?

Westfield's median rent of $3,159/mo is $1,194 (61%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #31 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
16%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,159/mo, rent takes ~16% of Westfield's median household income ($232,629/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Westfield 16%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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