Special Interest
Housing in Passaic County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Passaic County averages $1,621/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the New Jersey median of $1,720 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 38% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Passaic County FMR Area are $1,913 for a studio, $2,178 for 1‑bedroom, $2,500 for 2‑bedroom, $3,049 for 3‑bedroom, and $3,892 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $879 increase for a 2-bedroom in Passaic County shows a 54% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Passaic County was 5.3% in 2024, compared to New Jersey at 4.5% and the national rate of 4.0%.
