Cost of Living in Jobstown, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
199.6
100 = national avg
+99.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$87,805
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$207,540
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing334.2
Food111.9
Transportation139.3
Healthcare109.5
Utilities154.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jobstown is 199.6, which is 99.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 334.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $87,805 per year to cover basic expenses.