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Union City rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 99 apartments for rent in Union City, with a median rent price of $2,600 per month. Union City has seen a 1%—or $31—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$2,600

Year Over Year Change

1%

$31

Rentals available, last 30 days

99

Rent ranges for Union City apartments
$4,501 - $6,000
2%
$3,001 - $4,500
23%
$1,501 - $3,000
71%
$0 - $1,500
5%

How has rent in Union City, NJ changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Union City, NJ, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $2,600, which is a 1.18% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Union City, NJ is about $1,950. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Union City, NJ is $2,750, and studios are about $1,775 per month.

See more Union City, NJ rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Union City, NJ?

14

schools

12,848

students

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Sara M. Gilmore Academy

1600 kerrigan ave

union city, NJ, 7087

1-8Public
A-

Eugenio Maria De Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education

2200 kennedy blvd

union city, NJ, 7087

PK, KPublic
B

Colin Powell Elementary School

1500 new york ave

union city, NJ, 7087

K-5Public
B-

Jefferson School

3400 palisade ave

union city, NJ, 7087

PK, K-4Public
B-

Roosevelt Elementary School

4507 hudson ave

union city, NJ, 7087

PK, K-6Public
B-

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Who lives in Union City, NJ?

Gender

48% Male
52% Female

Age Range

0-19

24%

20-34

22%

35-44

15%

45-64

25%

65+

11%

Language

English

18%

Spanish

75%

Indo Euro

3%

Asia Pac

2%

Other

0%

Education

No HS

25%

High School

46%

Bachelor's

20%

Master's

5%

Prof Degree

1%

Doctorate

0%

What is the household breakdown in Union City, NJ?

Families

39% Families
61% Single

Property

80% Renters
20% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

27%

25-50k

22%

50-75k

17%

75-100k

11%

100-150k

11%

150k+

9%

How do residents get around Union City, NJ?

Union City locals spend about 34 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Union City is through Newark Liberty International Airport, 4.97 miles away.

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Scores for Union City are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Union City, NJ

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Union City, 57% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Union City

Job market

57%Satisfaction rating

Public transportation

57%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

57%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Quality schools
57%
Affordable housing
43%
Nightlife
43%
Pet friendly
43%
Dating scene
43%
Cost of living
29%
Weather
14%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

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649 38th St #305 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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1 bed

1 bath

$2,595

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413 -415 9TH STREET #501 - Photo 1 of 1

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413 -415 9TH STREET #501, Union City, NJ 07087

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Central heat

2 beds

2 baths

$2,625

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612 12th St #1 - Photo 1 of 1

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612 12th St #1, Union City, NJ 07087

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor

2 beds

2 baths

$2,750

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