Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
25%
Lafayette, NJ
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,022
Population
2,190
Renter Mix
12% Rent
This modest New Jersey township is surrounded by pristine the countryside
Rural
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Charming
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Quiet
Lafayette, also called Lafayette Township, is a sprawling locale with a charming town center and rural surroundings. Located in northern New Jersey only a few miles from both the Pennsylvania and New York border, this peaceful township if perfect for anyone looking for peace and quiet without being too far from the amenities and conveniences of more populous areas. Lafayette holds a number of long-standing homes for rent, but there are also upscale apartment complexes in surrounding communities such as Newton. In the town center along State Route 94 and Meadows Road you’ll find a few markets and locally owned businesses, as well as pizza places and American-style restaurants. The farmland and overall rural appearance of Lafayette means nature is always close at hand, but the big cities of eastern New Jersey are only a short drive away.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$112,907
Average: $138,598
Education
734
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
1,206
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lafayette has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
12%
Non-Renters
88%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
31%
Other Education
69%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Lafayette, NJ is $2,022 for one bedroom, and $1,363 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lafayette has increased by 5.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,022/month
635 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lafayette, NJ is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Lafayette Township Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
205 Students
Lafayette Township Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
205 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lentini Farm
- Franklin Mineral Museum
- Sterling Hill Mine Tour & Museum of Fluorescence
- Kittatinny Valley State Park
- Swartswood State Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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† 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.