Cost of Living in Metuchen, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
227.2
100 = national avg
+127.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$99,984
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$236,325
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing274.1
Food170.6
Transportation241.2
Healthcare156.5
Utilities177.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,978
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,486
per month
The overall cost of living index in Metuchen is 227.2, which is 127.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 274.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $99,984 per year to cover basic expenses.