Cost of Living in Marlboro, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
150.4
100 = national avg
+50.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,176
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$156,416
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing176.9
Food128.6
Transportation133.9
Healthcare122.9
Utilities132.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,375
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,673
per month
The overall cost of living index in Marlboro is 150.4, which is 50.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 176.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,176 per year to cover basic expenses.