Cost of Living in Plainsboro Center, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
189.5
100 = national avg
+89.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$83,372
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$197,061
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing246.3
Food139.7
Transportation179.4
Healthcare131.8
Utilities153.1
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 Plainsboro Center is 189.5, which is 89.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 246.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $83,372 per year to cover basic expenses.