Cost of Living in East Orange, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
135.2
100 = national avg
+35.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,471
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$140,567
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing191.8
Food95.8
Transportation124.7
Healthcare96.6
Utilities115.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,822
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,205
per month
The overall cost of living index in East Orange is 135.2, which is 35.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 191.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,471 per year to cover basic expenses.