salaryRent is higher than in 84% of U.S. cities. Incomes are on the low side for rents this high, so budgets feel tight. A typical house costs about 7.5 years of household income, so buying is hard for most locals. Commutes are long, about 31.1 minutes each way. Most households rent (67%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $96,920 a year. That is $47 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other New Jersey cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of New Jersey. It is number 178 of 291 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fairview?
Share of households by yearly income. 24.4% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fairview
| Size | Fairview | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,451 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,749 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,897 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,518 | $1,698 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fairview overall?
Everyday prices in New Jersey overall are 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.8, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Fairview, so the New Jersey figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Fairview
Life in Fairview
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Fairview?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $1,125 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $511,400 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $51,140 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fairview, NJ?
Renting in Fairview costs a median of about $2,423 a month in 2026, including utilities. The New Jersey median is $2,240.
How much do I need to make to live in Fairview?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $96,920 a year, or $47 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fairview cheap or expensive?
Fairview is rated Expensive: rent takes 42.4% of the typical household income of $68,599. It ranks 178th cheapest of 291 New Jersey cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Fairview?
The median homeowner in Fairview pays $10,000+ a year in property taxes, about 1.96% of the median home value.
Is Fairview more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in New Jersey are 9% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Fairview?
The median home value in Fairview is $511,400, about 7.5 times the typical yearly household income.
15,099 people live in Fairview. Numbers are typical (middle) values.