Cost of Living in Hamburg, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
151.3
100 = national avg
+51.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,562
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$157,329
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing194.0
Food119.3
Transportation134.1
Healthcare115.4
Utilities130.4
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 Hamburg is 151.3, which is 51.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 194.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,562 per year to cover basic expenses.