Cost of Living in Cookstown, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
174.2
100 = national avg
+74.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,650
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$181,172
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing216.9
Food134.8
Transportation169.6
Healthcare127.8
Utilities144.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cookstown is 174.2, which is 74.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 216.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,650 per year to cover basic expenses.