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ZIP 07036

Part of Linden, NJ
Pop. 45,671·Union County·147th most expensive ZIP in New Jersey
Median rent (all units)
$2,322/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.4%
Month-over-Month
-2.0%
vs US Median
+$357
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ZIP 07036 · $2,322
More expensive than 74% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,520
1 BR
$1,720
2 BR
$2,080
3 BR
$2,600
4 BR+
$2,960
Research median
$2,080/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
$27,864/yr
At $2,322/mo median
Location
CityLinden
StateNJ
CountyUnion County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 6.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.4% YoY, -2.0% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 07036 (Linden, NJ) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
45,671
Median income
$91,882
Median age
40.3
Renters
42.3%
Age distribution
20.1%
23.3%
26.5%
14.8%
15.3%
Under 1820.1%
18–3423.3%
35–5426.5%
55–6414.8%
65+15.3%
Gender
48.9%
51.1%
Male48.9%
Female51.1%
Race & ethnicity
35.9%
26.8%
34.4%
White35.9%
Black26.8%
Hispanic34.4%
Asian3.8%
Education (25+)
14.3%
35.2%
27.3%
23.2%
No HS diploma14.3%
HS diploma35.2%
Some college27.3%
Bachelor's+23.2%
Housing tenure
57.7%
42.3%
Owner57.7%
Renter42.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 07036 in Linden, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$79,129 → $91,882
up 16.1%
Population
44,931 → 45,671
up 1.6%
Renter share
41.4% → 42.3%
+0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
23.3% → 23.2%
-0.1 pts

Median household income grew from $79,129 to $91,882 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.1% shift. Headcount in the area went from 44,931 to 45,671 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.6% change.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 07036 covers Linden, NJ. The median rent here is $2,322/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,720/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,080/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($91,882/yr), ZIP 07036 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 07036?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 07036 (Linden, NJ) is $2,322. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 07036 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 07036's median rent of $2,322/mo is $357 (18%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 07036 compare to other ZIPs in New Jersey?

ZIP 07036 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in New Jersey, ranking #147 out of 212 ZIPs at $2,322/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 07036?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $93,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,322/mo in ZIP 07036. The local median household income is $91,882/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 07036?

Rent in ZIP 07036 has decreased 6.4% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 07036 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 07036 is considered moderate for renters. At $2,322/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($91,882/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 07036 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 07036 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.3% of ZIP 07036 households are renters, while 57.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 07036 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 07036 compare to the rest of Linden?

ZIP 07036 is more affordable than Linden overall. At $2,322/mo, it's $21 below the Linden citywide median of $2,343/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 07036 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 07036 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $2,322/mo, rent takes ~30% of ZIP 07036's median household income ($91,882/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 07036 30%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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