Cost of Living in Mount Arlington, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
180.7
100 = national avg
+80.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$79,516
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$187,946
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing255.5
Food126.1
Transportation152.1
Healthcare120.8
Utilities146.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,822
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,205
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mount Arlington is 180.7, which is 80.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 255.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $79,516 per year to cover basic expenses.