Cost of Living in Dorchester, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
182.7
100 = national avg
+82.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$80,369
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$189,962
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing263.9
Food127.1
Transportation140.1
Healthcare121.7
Utilities149.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,375
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,673
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dorchester is 182.7, which is 82.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 263.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $80,369 per year to cover basic expenses.