Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
14%
Glen Ridge
Glen Ridge, NJ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,792
Population
8,257
Renter Mix
9% Rent
A luxurious lifestyle in the wooded streets of Glen Ridge
Upscale
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Wooded
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Great Schools
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Family-Friendly
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A thriving community, Glen Ridge offers an upscale lifestyle along the wooded suburban streets of New Jersey. Urban in population and suburban in atmosphere, this affluent neighborhood offers the best of both worlds. Many older, stately homes reside on large lots, surrounded by towering trees. The unique character and structure of these homes offers a residential charm that locals adore.
Upscale apartment buildings reside around the area, so homes aren’t your only option for renting! Excellent public schools are offered through Glen Ridge Public Schools, and there are numerous community parks and outdoor spaces to admire the city’s scenic landscape. Tee off at Glen Ridge Country Club or stroll through Glenfield Park.
Enjoy a shopping spree at the convenient retail area adjacent to Glen Ridge in Bloomfield. Delicious restaurants, various shops, and numerous conveniences reside in this large shopping area. The city’s charming residential area has so much to offer—such as upscale living, friendly neighborhoods, beautiful suburban streets, and great schools. Best of all, this lovely New Jersey city is situated just 14 miles northwest of the Big Apple!
Demographics
Median Household Income
$241,677
Average: $236,336
Education
4,573
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,325
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Glen Ridge has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
9%
Non-Renters
91%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
53%
Other Education
47%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Glen Ridge, NJ is $1,895 for a studio, $2,795 for one bedroom, $4,215 for two bedrooms, and $3,964 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Glen Ridge has decreased by -2.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,795/month
789 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Glen Ridge, NJ is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
530 Students
Linden Avenue Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
154 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
154 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
822 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
822 Students
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Van Vleck House & Gardens
- Edison National Historic Site
- Branch Brook Park
- Presby Memorial Iris Gardens
- Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
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.