Cost of Living in Fair Lawn, NJ
Population: 35,153 • 2026 Data
$147,952
Median Household Income
+91% vs national
$1,908
Median Monthly Rent
+42% vs national
$532,700
Median Home Value
+57% vs national
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Fair Lawn
The median home value in Fair Lawn, NJ is $532,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,908, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,385.
Rent-to-income ratio: 15.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Fair Lawn, NJ is $147,952. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7%, with a labor force of 18,363 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.