Cost of Living in Hightstown, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
168.3
100 = national avg
+68.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,055
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$175,038
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing207.4
Food132.1
Transportation164.2
Healthcare125.7
Utilities140.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,545
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,950
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hightstown is 168.3, which is 68.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 207.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,055 per year to cover basic expenses.