How many renters in Caldwell Borough, NJ pay more than 30% of their income on rent?
52.1% (±9.7 points) of renting households in Caldwell Borough, NJ spend 30% or more of their household income on gross rent (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
44.4% spend 35% or more.
The median renting household spends 31.4% of its income on rent.
Figures last updated on .
- Paying 30% or more
- 52.1% (±9.7 points)
- Paying 35% or more
- 44.4% (±9.0 points)
- Median share of income
- 31.4% (±5.5 points)
Rent as a share of income in Caldwell Borough
| Share of income spent on rent | Caldwell Borough | Essex County | New Jersey | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 15% | 14.9% (±10.3 points) | 10.7% | 12.2% | 12.6% |
| 15% to 19.9% | 11.6% (±5.5 points) | 11.5% | 12.3% | 12.2% |
| 20% to 24.9% | 13.7% (±5.5 points) | 10.6% | 12.6% | 12.6% |
| 25% to 29.9% | 7.6% (±3.6 points) | 12.0% | 11.4% | 11.5% |
| 30% to 34.9% | 7.7% (±3.7 points) | 9.0% | 8.9% | 9.2% |
| 35% or more | 44.4% (±9.0 points) | 46.1% | 42.7% | 41.9% |
Households whose income could not be measured against their rent (for example, those reporting no income) are left out of these shares, as the Census Bureau leaves them out.
Caldwell Borough against Essex County, its state and the nation
| Caldwell Borough | Essex County | New Jersey | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paying 30% or more | 52.1% (±9.7 points) | 55.1% (±1.5 points) | 51.6% (±0.4 points) | 51.1% |
| Paying 35% or more | 44.4% (±9.0 points) | 46.1% (±1.3 points) | 42.7% (±0.4 points) | 41.9% |
| Median share of income | 31.4% (±5.5 points) | 32.8% (±0.7 points) | 30.9% (±0.3 points) | 30.6% |
| Median renter household income | $74,619 (±$9,699) | $51,273 (±$1,337) | $62,674 (±$718) | $52,966 |
| Median gross rent | $1,976 (±$197) | $1,531 (±$19) | $1,720 (±$7) | $1,413 |
In Caldwell Borough, the share of renters paying 30% or more of income is not measurably different from Essex County (55.1%).
It is not measurably different from New Jersey (51.6%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (51.1%).
In Essex County, Caldwell Borough ranks 10 of 22 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest share of renters paying 30% or more of income.
Statewide, it ranks 266 of 560.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Renters paying 30% or more of income in places near Caldwell Borough
| Place | Distance | Renters paying 30% or more of income | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell Borough | — | 52.1% (±9.7 points) | — |
| Essex Fells Borough | 0.8 mi | 50.0% (±78.9 points) | Not measurably different |
| West Caldwell Township | 1.1 mi | 45.7% (±17.5 points) | Not measurably different |
| Verona Township | 1.8 mi | 52.0% (±13.3 points) | Not measurably different |
| North Caldwell Borough | 2.0 mi | 76.1% (±66.3 points) | Not measurably different |
| Roseland Borough | 2.1 mi | 45.0% (±21.2 points) | Not measurably different |
| Cedar Grove Township | 2.8 mi | 38.2% (±15.9 points) | Not measurably different |
| Fairfield Township (Essex County) | 3.3 mi | 90.4% (±26.3 points) | Higher |
| Montclair Township | 3.6 mi | 49.3% (±5.1 points) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Fairfield Township (Essex County), NJ (90.4%).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Renters paying 30% or more of income across Essex County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Renters paying 30% or more of income |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | East Orange | 58.0% (±4.5 points) |
| 5 | Newark | 57.2% (±2.1 points) |
| 6 (tie) | Belleville Township | 53.6% (±7.3 points) |
| 6 (tie) | West Orange Township | 53.6% (±7.8 points) |
| 8 | Maplewood Township | 53.5% (±11.7 points) |
| 9 | Irvington Township | 52.4% (±5.7 points) |
| 10 (tie) | Caldwell Borough | 52.1% (±9.7 points) |
| 10 (tie) | Millburn Township | 52.1% (±12.4 points) |
| 12 | Verona Township | 52.0% (±13.3 points) |
| 13 (tie) | Essex Fells Borough | 50.0% (±78.9 points) |
| 13 (tie) | Livingston Township | 50.0% (±14.0 points) |
| 15 | South Orange Village | 49.6% (±10.3 points) |
| 16 | Montclair Township | 49.3% (±5.1 points) |
Showing 13 of 22 places in Essex County, ranked from highest to lowest.
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about Caldwell Borough
Are renters in Caldwell Borough rent-burdened?
52.1% of renting households in Caldwell Borough pay 30% or more of their income in gross rent, the share housing researchers usually call rent-burdened (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
What share of income do renters in Caldwell Borough spend on rent?
The median renting household in Caldwell Borough, NJ spends 31.4% (±5.5 points) of its household income on gross rent.
Sources
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Caldwell borough, Essex County, New Jersey
- Median Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income (B25071), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Caldwell borough, Essex County, New Jersey
- Median Household Income by Tenure (B25119), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Caldwell borough, Essex County, New Jersey
To check these figures in the Census Bureau’s own API, request the variables below from the 2024 ACS 5-year data profile (acs/acs5/profile) and detailed tables (acs/acs5) for Caldwell borough, Essex County, New Jersey (county subdivision:09250, in state:34 county:013).
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DP04_0136E, DP04_0136M, DP04_0137PE, DP04_0137PM, DP04_0138PE, DP04_0138PM, DP04_0139PE, DP04_0139PM, DP04_0140PE, DP04_0140PM, DP04_0141PE, DP04_0141PM, DP04_0142PE, DP04_0142PM, B25071_001E, B25071_001M, B25119_003E, B25119_003M
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