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Union City Apartments
Last updated March 18 2024 at 3:32 PM

Union City, NJ
297 Apartments for Rent

Union City Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 67,982
Population Density: 52,821.7 people/sq mile
Median Age: 36
Percentage of Family Households: 65%
Median Annual Income: $59,393 / year
Median Rent: $1,410 / month

What locals are saying

Union City, New Jersey, is known as the "Embroidery Capital of the United States" and "Havana on the Hudson," which stems directly from the city's history.e

Home to more than 66,400 people, Union City, in Hudson County, is one of the most densely populated cities in the country

Union City Demographics


How diverse is Union City?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Union City is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Union City are Hispanic Or Latino (82.9%), White (8.3%), Asian (3.4%), Black Or African American (3.3%), Two Or More (1.1%), Other (0.8%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Union City residents?

The median age in Union City is 36 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is Union City?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Union City is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Union City are Hispanic Or Latino (82.9%), White (8.3%), Asian (3.4%), Black Or African American (3.3%), Two Or More (1.1%), Other (0.8%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Union City residents?

The median age in Union City is 36 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

Union City Crime


Overall Crime

Below Average
Overall crime in Union City is below average in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Below Average
The level of violent crime in Union City is below average compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Below Average
The level of property crime in Union City is below average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in Union City


Elementary Schools

9 /10
Jefferson Elementary School
Public
PK-4
Public
PK-4
340 Students
1 Reviews
340
Students
1 Reviews
6 /10
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School
Public
PK-6
Public
PK-6
1,069 Students
2 Reviews
1,069
Students
2 Reviews
6 /10
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public
PK-6
Public
PK-6
1,002 Students
3 Reviews
1,002
Students
3 Reviews

Middle Schools

7 /10
Emerson Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
1,005 Students
3 Reviews
1,005
Students
3 Reviews
6 /10
Union Hill Middle School
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
866 Students
1 Reviews
866
Students
1 Reviews

High Schools

4 /10
Union City High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,899 Students
8 Reviews
2,899
Students
8 Reviews
3 /10
Jose Marti Freshman Academy
Public
PK, 2
Public
PK, 2
627 Students
2 Reviews
627
Students
2 Reviews
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Average rent in Union City, New Jersey

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Union City is $2,114, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,835. Rent rates updated 5 days ago
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Searching for an apartment for rent in Union City, NJ? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 297 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Union City. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Union City is $1,590 for a studio, $2,114 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $2,835 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next Union City, NJ apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Union City?

In Union City, the average rent is $1,590 for a studio, $2,114 for a 1-bedroom, $2,835 for a 2-bedroom, and $2,930 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Union City, check out our monthly Union City Rent Report.

How can I find a cheap apartment in Union City?

You can filter cheap apartments in Union City by price: under $1,400.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Union City?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Union City apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in Union City?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Union City.

How can I find off-campus housing in Union City?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Union City. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Stella and Charles Guttman Community College, American Musical and Dramatic Academy, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY Graduate School and University Center, and Touro College.