Cost of Living in Allendale, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
253.5
100 = national avg
+153.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$111,536
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$263,630
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing346.5
Food170.0
Transportation240.0
Healthcare156.0
Utilities191.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,024
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,324
per month
The overall cost of living index in Allendale is 253.5, which is 153.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 346.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $111,536 per year to cover basic expenses.