Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
19%
Caldwell
Caldwell, NJ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,004
Population
8,807
Renter Mix
52% Rent
A charming suburban community just minutes from Manhattan
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Upscale
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Schools
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Low Crime
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Parks
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Caldwell sits in Essex County as a small borough known for its tree-lined streets and historic downtown area. This suburban community maintains a walkable downtown district along Bloomfield Avenue, where residents can find local shops, restaurants, and services within walking distance of many rental properties. The downtown area provides convenient access to grocery stores, cafes, and small businesses. Grover Cleveland Park offers outdoor recreation space, while the nearby South Mountain Reservation provides hiking trails and additional green space for residents who enjoy outdoor activities.
Caldwell provides easy access to major highways including Route 80 and Route 280, making commutes to New York City and other parts of New Jersey manageable. NJ Transit bus service connects residents to nearby train stations, including those along the Morris & Essex line. The borough's location in Essex County puts residents within reach of shopping centers, employment hubs, and cultural attractions throughout the region, making it a practical choice for renters seeking suburban living with metropolitan access.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$103,666
Average: $134,209
Education
3,944
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,117
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Caldwell has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
52%
Non-Renters
48%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
39%
Other Education
61%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Caldwell, NJ is $1,646 for a studio, $2,003 for one bedroom, $2,565 for two bedrooms, and $2,863 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Caldwell has increased by 0.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,003/month
598 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
259 Students
Grover Cleveland Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
586 Students
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Van Vleck House & Gardens
- NJ Audubon Essex County Environmental Center
- Fairfield Farm
- Presby Memorial Iris Gardens
- Edison National Historic Site
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Newark Liberty International
- LaGuardia
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.