Cost of Living in Hawthorne, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
191.8
100 = national avg
+91.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$84,372
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$199,425
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing251.1
Food140.3
Transportation180.5
Healthcare132.2
Utilities154.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,024
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,324
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hawthorne is 191.8, which is 91.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 251.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $84,372 per year to cover basic expenses.