Cost of Living in Absecon, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
140.4
100 = national avg
+40.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,796
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$146,063
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing187.1
Food109.2
Transportation118.5
Healthcare107.4
Utilities123.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,537
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,867
per month
The overall cost of living index in Absecon is 140.4, which is 40.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 187.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,796 per year to cover basic expenses.