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What Is the Average Rent in Somerset County, New Jersey?

$2,033/month 5.8%vs 2023 ($1,921)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Somerset County, New Jersey is $2,033/month (±$52), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $552,100 (±$7,374), and the median household income is $140,374/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Somerset County, New Jersey and Neighbouring Counties

Hunterdon: $1,687Somerset County: $2,033Middlesex: $1,871Mercer: $1,623Union: $1,730Morris: $1,904$1,687$2,033$1,871$1,623$1,730$1,904

Housing Metrics for Somerset County, New Jersey

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$2,033
Median Home Value$552,100
Median Household Income$140,374
Total Housing Units130,802
Renter-Occupied Units33,615
Renter-Occupied Share26%
Households Paying 50%+ Income8,555 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,608+96.3%
1 BR$1,793+134.4%
2 BR$2,144+125.9%
3 BR$2,455+119.4%
4 BR$2,658+106.4%

How does Somerset County, New Jersey compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in New Jersey.

Higher rent than 100% of counties in New Jersey · 1st of 21

Cheapest: Cape May County($1,360)
Priciest: Somerset County($2,033)
#CountyValue
1Somerset County(you are here)$2,033
2Bergen County$1,914
3Morris County$1,904
… 15 more …
19Cape May County$1,360
20Cumberland County$1,282
21Salem County$1,253

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Somerset County, New Jersey?

The median gross rent in Somerset County, New Jersey is $2,033/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Somerset County, New Jersey?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Somerset County, New Jersey is $2,144/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$60. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Somerset County, New Jersey?

The median home value in Somerset County, New Jersey is $552,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Somerset County are rent-burdened?

In Somerset County, New Jersey, 8,555 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Somerset County, New Jersey?

The median household income in Somerset County, New Jersey is $140,374/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $2,033 has a margin of error of ±$52. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.