Cost of Living in Camden, NJ
Population: 71,471 • 2026 Data
$40,450
Median Household Income
-48% vs national
$1,157
Median Monthly Rent
-14% vs national
$100,400
Median Home Value
-70% vs national
14.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Camden
The median home value in Camden, NJ is $100,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,157, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,094.
Rent-to-income ratio: 34.3%. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, indicating housing costs may be a burden for median-income households.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Camden, NJ is $40,450. The unemployment rate stands at 14.1%, with a labor force of 31,605 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.