Cost of Living in East Newark, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
133.5
100 = national avg
+33.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,756
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,879
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing190.9
Food99.9
Transportation99.8
Healthcare99.9
Utilities118.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,458
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,763
per month
The overall cost of living index in East Newark is 133.5, which is 33.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 190.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,756 per year to cover basic expenses.