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ZIP 08527

Part of Jackson, NJ
Pop. 58,991·Ocean County·27th most expensive ZIP in New Jersey
Median rent (all units)
$3,306/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.9%
Month-over-Month
+8.6%
vs US Median
+$1,341
Rising (Monthly)
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ZIP 08527 · $3,306
More expensive than 93% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,710
1 BR
$1,920
2 BR
$2,370
3 BR
$3,100
4 BR+
$3,430
Research median
$2,370/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
$39,672/yr
At $3,306/mo median
Location
StateNJ
CountyOcean County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 2.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.9% YoY, +8.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 08527 (Jackson, NJ) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 38.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
58,991
Median income
$115,487
Median age
37.3
Renters
12.9%
Age distribution
26.4%
20.7%
21.5%
13.6%
17.7%
Under 1826.4%
18–3420.7%
35–5421.5%
55–6413.6%
65+17.7%
Gender
50.2%
49.8%
Male50.2%
Female49.8%
Race & ethnicity
78.2%
13.7%
White78.2%
Black4.9%
Hispanic13.7%
Asian2.9%
Education (25+)
31.4%
24.5%
38.7%
No HS diploma5.4%
HS diploma31.4%
Some college24.5%
Bachelor's+38.7%
Housing tenure
87.1%
12.9%
Owner87.1%
Renter12.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 08527 in Jackson, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$100,885 → $115,487
up 14.5%
Population
57,357 → 58,991
up 2.8%
Renter share
14% → 12.9%
-1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
37% → 38.7%
+1.7 pts
Median age
41 → 37.3
-3.7 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $100,885 in 2021 to $115,487 more recently. Census counts show ZIP 08527 in Jackson, NJ adding about 1,634 residents over the five-year window, up 2.8% on net.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 08527 covers Jackson, NJ. The median rent here is $3,306/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,920/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,370/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($115,487/yr), ZIP 08527 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 08527?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 08527 (Jackson, NJ) is $3,306. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 08527 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 08527's median rent of $3,306/mo is $1,341 (68%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 08527 compare to other ZIPs in New Jersey?

ZIP 08527 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in New Jersey, ranking #27 out of 212 ZIPs tracked at $3,306/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 08527?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $132,000/year (~$63/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,306/mo in ZIP 08527. The local median household income is $115,487/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 08527?

Rent in ZIP 08527 has decreased 2.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 08527 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 08527 is considered moderate for renters. At $3,306/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($115,487/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 08527 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 08527 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12.9% of ZIP 08527 households are renters, while 87.1% are owner-occupied. ZIP 08527 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 08527 compare to the rest of Jackson?

ZIP 08527 sits right at the Jackson citywide median of $3,306/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 08527 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 08527 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $3,306/mo, rent takes ~34% of ZIP 08527's median household income ($115,487/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 08527 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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