Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
24%
Warren
Warren, NJ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,892
Population
16,796
Renter Mix
9% Rent
A wooded wonderland boasts an active community
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The city of Warren is a densely forested suburb in northeast New Jersey. Residents enjoy tree-lined streets, stately homes, and spacious lots. Warren is the ideal suburb for commuters and families, with its close-knit community, safe neighborhoods, and close proximity to Newark. This bustling city and the Newark Liberty International Airport are only 20 miles northeast of town. Warren sits along I-78, so commuting has never been easier.
Residents appreciate the woodsy feel of the town, along with its spacious community parks like the Passaic River County Park. These preserved lands feature hiking trails, fresh water fishing, athletic fields, and cross-country skiing. The active community in Warren also appreciates proximity to Washington Rock State Park, a former lookout point during the American Resolution with beautiful views. Warren is nestled near the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and Watchung Reservation. After you’ve found your picturesque rental in the city, grab a bite to eat at the beautiful Stone House at Stirling Ridge.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$196,452
Average: $203,513
Education
8,351
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,284
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Warren has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
9%
Non-Renters
91%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
46%
Other Education
54%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Warren, NJ is $2,892 for one bedroom, $3,341 for two bedrooms, and $5,077 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Warren has increased by 3.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,892/month
949 Sq Ft
House
$7,050/month
396 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Warren, NJ is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
308 Students
Public
Grades K-5
264 Students
Public
Grades K-5
268 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
248 Students
Public
Grades K-12
139 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
538 Students
Public
Grades K-12
139 Students
Watchung Hills Regional High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,741 Students
Public
Grades K-12
139 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Wagner Farm Arboretum
- Washington Rock State Park
- English Farm
- Raptor Trust
- Ambrose & Doty's Brooks Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Newark Liberty International
- Trenton Mercer
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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.