Cost of Living in Oak Ridge, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
173.9
100 = national avg
+73.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,504
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$180,827
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing205.7
Food140.7
Transportation171.5
Healthcare132.6
Utilities145.6
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 Oak Ridge is 173.9, which is 73.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 205.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,504 per year to cover basic expenses.