Cost of Living in New Brunswick, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
133.2
100 = national avg
+33.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,595
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,498
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing199.2
Food96.0
Transportation92.1
Healthcare96.8
Utilities117.5
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 New Brunswick is 133.2, which is 33.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 199.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,595 per year to cover basic expenses.