Median Age
45 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
20%
Ledgewood
Ledgewood, NJ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,431
Population
3,879
Renter Mix
20% Rent
One of Newark’s most convenient suburbs with quick access to a variety of landscapes
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Located about 30 miles west of Newark, Ledgewood is a quiet, wooded community within the Roxbury Township. Ledgewood is mainly residential with plenty of green space for residents to enjoy. Morris Canal Park features scenic trails and a small pond for fishing. If you’re looking for a change of scenery, there are several lakes with beaches a few minutes away from town. Randolph Park Beach and Mine Hill Beach are great options for some family-friendly fun.
Besides a short commute to Newark, Ledgewood is also known for its convenience. The town is convenient to several community centers along U.S. Highway 46 and 10. Along this thoroughfare, you’ll find a variety of specialty shops, local eateries, national chains, and a strip mall with a movie theater. Ledgewood is only 40 minutes away from bustling Newark, making this community a great option for commuters and residents who want quick access to the perks of urban living without renting in the city.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$102,407
Average: $136,463
Education
1,769
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
1,994
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Ledgewood has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
42%
Other Education
58%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Ledgewood, NJ is $2,624 for one bedroom, $2,946 for two bedrooms, and $1,218 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ledgewood has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,624/month
995 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Ledgewood, NJ is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Hopatcong State Park
- Longo Planetarium
- Hedden County Park
- Riamede Farms
- Stony Hill Farm Market
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Newark Liberty International
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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.