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Rental Market Trends in Wharton, NJ

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Wharton, NJ is $2,637/month.

Rent in Wharton is 58% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,637/month

Average Rent

992 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.1%

Change / Year

39

Available Apartments

Wharton rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Wharton average $2,085 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Wharton average $2,637 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Wharton average $3,170 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Wharton average $3,976 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,085/month
602 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,637/month
992 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,170/month
1,453 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,976/month
1,773 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Wharton, NJ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $55 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Wharton, NJ

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Wharton, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
25% $1,501 - $2,000/month
75% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Wharton, NJ?

Because the average rent in Wharton is $2,637, you’ll want to make about $8,790 per month or $105,480 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.

City

Wharton, NJ

39 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Wharton, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Wharton, 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.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Dover

    Dover

    Avg Rent: $1,636/month

  • Mine Hill

    Mine Hill

    Avg Rent: $2,412/month

  • Mount Arlington

    Mount Arlington

    Avg Rent: $2,179/month

  • Rockaway

    Rockaway

    Avg Rent: $2,295/month

  • Randolph

    Randolph

    Avg Rent: $2,042/month

Apartment Communities in Wharton We Think You'll Love

Pondview Estates

Pondview Estates

100 Julia Dr,
Wharton, NJ 07885

1-3 Beds | $2,600 - $4,700

Avalon Wharton

Avalon Wharton

111 E Dewey Ave,
Wharton, NJ 07885

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,960 - $3,245

10 N. Main

10 N. Main

10 N Main St,
Wharton, NJ 07885

1-2 Beds | $2,195 - $2,595

Irondale at Wharton Apartments

Irondale at Wharton Apartments

47 Kossuth St,
Wharton, NJ 07885

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,375 - $2,795

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Wharton?

The average rent in Wharton is $2,637 per month, which is 58.4% higher than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Wharton?

Rents in Wharton, NJ are increasing, with prices up 2.1% year-over-year and $55 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Wharton?

In Wharton, NJ, 75% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey Wharton Rental Trends

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 September 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.

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