Cost of Living in Cliffside Park, NJ
Population: 25,580 • 2026 Data
$94,960
Median Household Income
+23% vs national
$1,783
Median Monthly Rent
+32% vs national
$577,200
Median Home Value
+70% vs national
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Cliffside Park
The median home value in Cliffside Park, NJ is $577,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,783, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,953.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Cliffside Park, NJ is $94,960. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8%, with a labor force of 13,669 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.