Average Rent in Paterson, NJ
What is the average rent in Paterson, NJ?
The average listed apartment rent in Paterson, NJ is $3,331 per month, as of November 10, 2026. This sample includes 22 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 8, 2026 through November 10, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
5 apartment buildings, 22 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Paterson, NJAvg Rent
$3,331/mo
median $3,195
market average
Cheapest
$1,626/mo
Mill Street Square Apartments
Properties
5
tracked daily
Units
22
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 5 properties in Paterson, NJ.
Average rent trend, last 3 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Paterson, NJ Rent Prices
All 5 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Mill Street Square Apartments
9 Mill St, Paterson, NJ 07501, USA
New Jersey Homes and Estates
27 Outwater Ln 1st Floor, Garfield, NJ 07026, USA
Manchester Village Apartments
20 Salisbury Rd Apartment A, Wayne, NJ 07470, USA
Skyline Plaza NJ
859 -869 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA
Skyline Square NJ
36 Bloomfield Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA
Fair Lawn Promenade
16-31 NJ-208, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mill Street Square Apartments 9 Mill St, Paterson, NJ 07501, USA | $1,626 | $1,998 | $2.32/ft² | 3.1 (9) | 4 |
| 2 | New Jersey Homes and Estates 27 Outwater Ln 1st Floor, Garfield, NJ 07026, USA | $1,850 as of Oct 2 | $1,850 | $0.54/ft² | 4.5 (41) | 2 |
| 3 | Manchester Village Apartments 20 Salisbury Rd Apartment A, Wayne, NJ 07470, USA | $1,960 as of Oct 15 | $2,268 | -- | 4.1 (21) | 2 |
| 4 | Skyline Plaza NJ 859 -869 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA | $2,400 | $2,600 | $3.42/ft² | 5 (23) | 2 |
| 5 | Skyline Square NJ 36 Bloomfield Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA | $2,400 | $2,600 | $3.42/ft² | 5 (191) | 2 |
| 6 | Fair Lawn Promenade 16-31 NJ-208, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410, USA | $3,195 | $4,168 | $3.14/ft² | 4.5 (177) | 12 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Mill Street Square Apartments
3.1 (9)9 Mill St, Paterson, NJ 07501, USA
New Jersey Homes and Estates
4.5 (41)27 Outwater Ln 1st Floor, Garfield, NJ 07026, USA
Manchester Village Apartments
4.1 (21)20 Salisbury Rd Apartment A, Wayne, NJ 07470, USA
Skyline Plaza NJ
5 (23)859 -869 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA
Skyline Square NJ
5 (191)36 Bloomfield Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA
Fair Lawn Promenade
4.5 (177)16-31 NJ-208, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410, USA
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Paterson, NJ neighborhoods
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Paterson, NJ Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Paterson, NJ is $3,331 per month, based on 22 units across 5 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,626 at Mill Street Square Apartments to $5,220 at Fair Lawn Promenade.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $2,589/mo | $1,626/mo | 7 |
| 2 Bed | $3,466/mo | $1,871/mo | 9 |
| 3 Bed | $3,995/mo | $2,325/mo | 6 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Paterson, NJ, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Paterson, NJ averages $2,589/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $3,466/mo. At the local median household income of $53,766, that works out to 74% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Paterson, NJ at $1,457/mo. The current tracked market average runs 129% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Paterson, NJ while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Paterson, NJ?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$133,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,331/mo.
Comfortable income
$160,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,626/mo), you need to earn at least $65,000/year.
Median household income in Paterson, NJ is $53,766 , about 66% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Paterson, NJ
Overall prices in Paterson, NJ runs above the national average by about 13% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 112.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Paterson, NJ's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,331 |
| Utilities | $644 |
| Groceries | $585 |
| Transportation | $1,534 |
| Healthcare | $748 |
| Other goods and services | $1,197 |
| Estimated total | $8,039/mo |
Population
157,660
Median household income
$53,766
Census median rent
$1,457/mo
Census rent burden
35.2%
Median age
33.3
Mean commute
23 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in New Jersey
How Paterson, NJ rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Paterson, NJ | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edison, NJ | $2,151 | -35% | -4.3% | 15 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | $2,368 | -29% | -3.3% | 13 |
| Bayonne, NJ | $2,957 | -11% | +0.4% | 10 |
| Hoboken, NJ | $4,802 | +44% | -2.1% | 10 |
| Jersey City, NJ | $4,166 | +25% | -0.7% | 9 |
| Newark, NJ | $15,016 | +351% | +74.8% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Paterson, NJ?
The average listed apartment rent in Paterson, NJ is $3,331 per month, as of November 10, 2026. This sample includes 22 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Paterson, NJ?
The median asking rent in Paterson, NJ is $3,195 per month, computed from 22 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $3,331/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Paterson, NJ?
The lowest available rent in Paterson, NJ starts at $1,626 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Paterson, NJ?
1-bedroom apartments in Paterson, NJ average $2,589/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,626/mo across 7 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Paterson, NJ?
2-bedroom apartments in Paterson, NJ average $3,466/mo. Units start from $1,871/mo across 9 units currently listed.
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