Cost of Living in Northfield, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
158.3
100 = national avg
+58.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,648
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$164,623
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing186.5
Food129.5
Transportation159.0
Healthcare123.6
Utilities135.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,537
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,867
per month
The overall cost of living index in Northfield is 158.3, which is 58.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 186.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,648 per year to cover basic expenses.