Cost of Living in South Plainfield, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
185.5
100 = national avg
+85.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$81,600
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$192,872
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing239.4
Food146.4
Transportation143.6
Healthcare137.1
Utilities155.7
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 South Plainfield is 185.5, which is 85.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 239.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $81,600 per year to cover basic expenses.