Cost of Living in Kearny, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
161.1
100 = national avg
+61.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,904
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$167,591
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing228.7
Food113.6
Transportation136.6
Healthcare110.9
Utilities133.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,458
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,763
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kearny is 161.1, which is 61.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 228.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,904 per year to cover basic expenses.