Cost of Living in The Ponds, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.4
100 = national avg
+39.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,356
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$145,024
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing196.7
Food104.1
Transportation108.3
Healthcare103.3
Utilities121.8
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 The Ponds is 139.4, which is 39.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 196.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,356 per year to cover basic expenses.