Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 24, 2026
Average rent in
Hackensack, NJ
Average rent in
Last updated on October 24, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Hackensack, NJ rent rose 6.1% year over year, with a current median of $2,600/month. Renters today are paying $183 more per month on average than last year, extending the upward trend since the trough in early 2026.
Compared to national trends
Hackensack runs 36.8% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a pricier metro with a limited total rental inventory of 64 units.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Hackensack sit around $2,112/month, 1-bedrooms at $2,395/month, 2-bedrooms at $3,016/month, 3-bedrooms at $3,100/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $4,200/month. The bedroom mix reflects a range of options for renters across unit sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
The house segment in Hackensack saw a YoY rent increase of 76.7%, far outpacing the citywide rise of 6.1%. This sharp climb indicates strong demand or limited supply in the housing market compared to other property types.
Median rent
Median rent in Hackensack
$2,600/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Hackensack is $2,600 per month as of October 2026. This is 37% above the national average rent, or $700 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Hackensack
64
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Hackensack rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Hackensack, NJ
Average rent prices in Hackensack have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Hackensack, NJ
Rent prices in Hackensack vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Hackensack is $2,575, whereas a house costs $3,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Hackensack run $2,395 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,104.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,112 |  4% | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $2,395 | No Change | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $3,016 | 2% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $3,100 | 13% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $4,200 | No Change | 2% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Hackensack, NJ.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,575 | No Change | 3% | |
Condos | $2,700 | No Change | 17% | |
Houses | $3,600 | 20% | 77% |
Studio
Average rent
$2,112
Last 30 days
4%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,395
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,016
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,100
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,200
Last year
2%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Hackensack, NJ.
Apartments
Average rent
$2,575
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$2,700
Last year
17%
Houses
Average rent
$3,600
Last 30 days
20%
Last year
77%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Hackensack, NJ, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Hackensack, NJ compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Hackensack and Cliffside Park by all bedroom counts and property types.
Hackensack
37%higher than the national median
37%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Hackensack, NJ is equal to the median rent in Cliffside Park, NJ.
Average rent in nearby cities
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10%$2,725
6%$3,762
2%$2,995
8%$2,260
5%$2,972
10%$2,450
7%$2,500
7%$2,815
1%$2,850
9%$3,562
7%$2,504
17%Discover rentals in Hackensack, NJ
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Hackensack
241 Main St #611, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Studio
0 baths
$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 14
5d+ ago
100 Essex St, Hackensack, NJ 07601
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
97 Myer St, Hackensack, NJ 07601
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Hackensack
93 Euclid Ave #3, Hackensack, NJ 07601
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
Price dropped $200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 30
1d ago
Verified
95 Anderson St, Hackensack, NJ 07601
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,010–$6,388
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
185 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,195–$3,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
18 E Camden St, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,500–$3,795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
22 Sussex St, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,200–$3,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
185 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,195–$3,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
18 E Camden St, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,500–$3,795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
41m ago
Verified
300 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,422–$6,245
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 14-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
41m ago
Verified
572 Main St, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,995–$2,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
70 Berkshire Pl, Hackensack, NJ 07601
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,995–$2,195
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
45 Euclid Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,895–$2,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
18 E Camden St, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,500–$3,795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
185 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,195–$3,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
185 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,195–$3,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
41m ago
Verified
300 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,422–$6,245
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 14-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
7A S Lake Dr, Hackensack, NJ 07601
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
572 Main St, Hackensack, NJ 07601
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,995–$2,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Hackensack, NJ
Quick answers to common questions about the Hackensack rental market.
How much is rent in Hackensack?
The average rent in Hackensack is $2,600 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Hackensack?
Average rent prices in Hackensack have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
How does Hackensack rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Hackensack is 37% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $700 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Hackensack?
To comfortably afford rent in Hackensack, you'd need to earn approximately $104,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Hackensack?
June offers the lowest rents in Hackensack, running about 3.4% below January's peak prices, making it the best time to search for apartments.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).