Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
13%
Elizabeth, NJ
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,581
Population
121,698
Renter Mix
76% Rent
The Garden State’s greenest city, located on Newark Bay
Waterfront
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Commuter
Living in Elizabeth, New Jersey combines metropolitan accessibility with historical significance, just 20 miles from Manhattan. The city offers various housing options, from historic single-family homes to apartments, with average rents ranging from $1,371 for studios to $2,013 for three-bedroom units. Elizabeth's neighborhoods each showcase distinct characteristics - the Midtown district features Art Deco architecture, while the Elizabethport area near the waterfront has experienced recent development. The Elmora and Peterstown areas maintain their established cultural heritage through local markets and architecture.
Elizabeth's position as a transportation hub includes multiple train stations providing direct access to Newark and New York City. The Mills at Jersey Gardens outlet mall and the Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal contribute to the local economy. For outdoor recreation, Warinanco Park offers boating facilities and seasonal activities. History enthusiasts can visit the First Presbyterian Church, a significant landmark from the American Revolution era. Current rent trends indicate moderate increases across all unit sizes, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,550, representing a 2.7% year-over-year increase.
Explore the City
Elizabeth has a lively downtown.
Take a break from the city at the Waterfront Park.
The Ritz Theater is the cornerstone of Downtown Elizabeth.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$54,495
Average: $73,789
Education
16,660
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
61,455
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Elizabeth has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
76%
Non-Renters
24%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
10%
Other Education
90%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Elizabeth, NJ is $1,403 for a studio, $1,578 for one bedroom, $2,022 for two bedrooms, and $2,062 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Elizabeth has increased by 0.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,578/month
625 Sq Ft
House
$2,508/month
226 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,178/month
408 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Elizabeth, NJ is 13.8% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Elizabeth is 35.3% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,403 - $2,062. You can expect to pay 3.9% more for groceries, 3.6% more for utilities, and 3.0% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Elizabeth, NJ is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
1,126 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
1,089 Students
Number 21, Victor Mravlag Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
623 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
885 Students
No 27 Dr Antonio Pantoja School
Public
Grades PK-8
885 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
1,126 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
1,089 Students
Number 21, Victor Mravlag Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
623 Students
No 27 Dr Antonio Pantoja School
Public
Grades PK-8
885 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
885 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,281 Students
A Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Public
Grades 9-12
996 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,070 Students
K. Johnson D. Vaughan And M. Jackson STEM Academy
Public
Grades 9-12
427 Students
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy
Public
Grades 9-12
342 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Staten Island Industrial Park
- Westerleigh Park
- Faber Park
- G. Thomas DiDomenico Park
- Stephen Gregg Park
Transit / Subway
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 June 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.