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Average Rent in Vineland, NJ Rents rising 3.0% YoY🔻 Cheapest in NJ

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 152,915

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Market Overview

Vineland, NJ has rental prices ranging from $1,208/month to $2,186/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,275/month — 9% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $64,499/year, spending $1,275/month on a 1-bedroom represents 24% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Vineland Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,591/month, Vineland ranks #10 most expensive of the 10 cities tracked in New Jersey — pricier than 94% of all US cities in our data.

The Vineland Rental Market

The Vineland, NJ area has a population of about 152,915 and 34% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Vineland, NJ have risen by $46/month (3.0%) over the past year, from $1,545 to $1,591. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Vineland, NJ without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $51,000. The local median household income of $64,499 exceeds that threshold by $13,499, making Vineland relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Rent vs. Buy

The median home value in Vineland, NJ is $312,689, giving a price-to-rent ratio of 16.4. With a break-even horizon of approximately 16 years, renting is likely the more financially prudent option for most residents unless they plan to stay long-term.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$1,208
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$1,275
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,591
3.0% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$2,163
Expensive
4 Bedrooms
$2,186
Expensive
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Median Home Value
$312,689
Source: Zillow ZHVI
Est. monthly payment
$1,664/mo
20% down · 30yr · 7%

Is Vineland, NJ Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$63,640/year
Local median income: $64,499
To buy a median home
$66,570/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,591/month and 20% down on a $312,689 home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in NJlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Monmouth$1,474$1,654$2,040$2,717
Bergen$1,556$1,807$2,072$2,550
Newark$1,551$1,768$2,140$2,695
Middlesex$1,540$1,731$2,176$2,622
Jersey City$1,999$2,029$2,299$2,822
Warren County$1,385$1,392$1,686$2,159

Rent or Buy in Vineland?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Vineland data

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Home Value
$312,689
2BR Rent
$1,591/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,664/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 1 year — worth it if you stay 1+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,303/movs rent: $1,591/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

Mortgage Calculator

Estimate monthly payment for $312,689 home at 7% rate

20% — $62,538
3%50%
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,664
per month · 30 years · 7% APR
Loan Amount
$250,151
Total Paid
$599,134
Total Interest
$348,983
Estimated only. Excludes taxes, insurance, HOA. Rate from FRED.

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