Cost of Living in Linden, NJ
Population: 43,614 • 2026 Data
$91,036
Median Household Income
+18% vs national
$1,677
Median Monthly Rent
+24% vs national
$387,200
Median Home Value
+14% vs national
8.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Linden
The median home value in Linden, NJ is $387,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,677, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,870.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Linden, NJ is $91,036. The unemployment rate stands at 8.5%, with a labor force of 25,100 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.