Average Rent in Warren County, NJ↑ Rents rising 9.5% YoY

Warren County, NJ has rental prices ranging from $1,385/month to $2,523/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,392/month, near the national average. With a median household income of $82,602/year, spending $1,392/month on a 1-bedroom represents 20% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Warren County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,686/month, Warren County ranks #8 most expensive of the 10 cities tracked in New Jersey — pricier than 95% of all US cities in our data.

The Warren County Rental Market

The Warren County, NJ area has a population of about 866,764 and 31% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Warren County, NJ have risen by $146/month (9.5%) over the past year, from $1,540 to $1,686. This rate of increase is significant and reflects strong rental demand and limited housing supply in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Warren County, NJ without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $55,680. The local median household income of $82,602 exceeds that threshold by $26,922, making Warren County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Neighborhoods

Home values — and by extension rent levels — vary significantly across Warren County's neighborhoods. Among the highest-value areas are Lopatcong Overlook ($337,149 median home value), Mountain Lake ($343,098 median home value), Silver Lake ($372,638 median home value). Rental prices typically follow home value patterns, with premium neighborhoods commanding higher rents than outer areas. Renters on a tighter budget may find better value in less central neighborhoods or in adjacent metros with lower overall rent levels.

Is Warren County, NJ Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in Warren County?

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