Cost of Living in Rahway, NJ
Population: 29,748 • 2026 Data
$90,852
Median Household Income
+17% vs national
$1,764
Median Monthly Rent
+31% vs national
$362,300
Median Home Value
+7% vs national
7.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Rahway
The median home value in Rahway, NJ is $362,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,764, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,009.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Rahway, NJ is $90,852. The unemployment rate stands at 7.4%, with a labor force of 16,040 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.