Vineland and Camden Rent Increases Top 2026 List
Renters in these South Jersey towns face monthly cost increases of up to $55 as local rental prices climb.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Apartments
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Vineland and Camden are the only South Jersey municipalities named in a 2026 ranking of 25 New Jersey towns experiencing the highest rent increases. The data reflects rising costs for local renters over the past year.
Why it matters
Rising rental costs in these municipalities directly impact household budgets for residents already managing constrained housing expenses. These figures highlight specific geographic areas where apartment costs are outpacing other regions in the state.
The report identified 25 New Jersey municipalities with rising rents, including notable increases of 3.92% in Camden and 1.49% in Vineland. Shore towns were omitted from the analysis due to insufficient data.
The players
RentCafe
A rental listing and real estate data platform that tracks and publishes municipal apartment pricing statistics.
The details
The rankings were compiled by RentCafe by comparing municipal rent averages over approximately a one-year period. In Camden, average monthly rents shifted from $1,403 to $1,458, while Vineland renters saw a shift from $1,540 to $1,563. These figures track the cost burden for tenants in these specific markets relative to wider state trends.
Timeline
The rent data reflects increases recorded throughout 2026.
Money Landscape
This development follows the trend established by the RentCafe 2026 municipal rental market analysis of localized price growth. The data highlights a narrowing of high-increase markets to specific inland towns while excluding regions with limited reporting, such as shore communities.
Renters in Camden and Vineland should review their lease renewal terms to anticipate potential cost adjustments based on these municipal trends. Households seeking to relocate may want to compare these averages against other local housing options before committing to new agreements.
The takeaway
These findings underscore the importance of monitoring localized rent growth when budgeting for housing costs. Review your current lease and consult with a professional if you need to negotiate rental terms or discuss financial planning strategies for rising housing expenses.
Further reading
For more information on housing trends, visit our section on Apartments.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Cat Country 107.3.
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