The Jefferson
2 Kinderkamack Rd,
Hackensack, NJ 07601
1-2 Beds | $2,840 - $4,745
Rental Market Trends in Hackensack, NJ
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Hackensack, NJ is $2,227/month.
Rent in Hackensack is 34% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,227/month
Average Rent
731 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.5%
Change / Year
450
Available Apartments
Hackensack rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Hackensack average $1,963 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Hackensack average $2,227 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Hackensack average $3,125 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Hackensack average $3,655 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
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How much has average rent changed in Hackensack, NJ?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.5%, which averages out to $56 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Hackensack, NJ
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
4%
$700 - $1,000/month
6%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
34%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
57%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hackensack?
Based on current rent prices, Hackensack/Teaneck and Downtown Hackensack" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hackensack.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hackensack?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Hackensack and Hackensack/Teaneck" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hackensack.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which Hackensack neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Hackensack with the most apartments available are Hackensack/Teaneck and Downtown Hackensack" .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Hackensack, NJ?
Because the average rent in Hackensack is $2,227, you’ll want to make about $7,423 per month or $89,076 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Hackensack, NJ is 22.2% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Hackensack is 61.0% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,963 - $3,655. You can expect to pay 7.1% more for groceries, 5.3% more for utilities, and 3.7% more for transportation.
How does Hackensack, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Hackensack, NJ to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Hackensack Area GuideStudio
$2,220/month
$2,201/month
One Bedroom
$2,055/month
$2,562/month
Two Bedroom
$2,889/month
$3,511/month
Three Bedroom
$3,530/month
$4,711/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Bogota
Avg Rent: $2,442/month
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Maywood
Avg Rent: $1,891/month
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Teaneck
Avg Rent: $2,482/month
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Lodi
Avg Rent: $1,795/month
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Rochelle Park
Avg Rent: $2,175/month
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Hasbrouck Heights
Avg Rent: $1,772/month
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Ridgefield Park
Avg Rent: $1,684/month
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River Edge
Avg Rent: $2,035/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Hackensack?
The average rent in Hackensack is $2,227 per month, which is 33.8% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a condo in Hackensack?
The average rent for a condo in Hackensack, NJ is $2,455 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Hackensack?
Rents in Hackensack, NJ are increasing, with prices up 2.5% year-over-year and $56 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Hackensack?
In Hackensack, NJ, 57% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.