Cost of Living in Union City, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
148.2
100 = national avg
+48.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,199
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,106
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing221.2
Food100.0
Transportation122.4
Healthcare100.0
Utilities124.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,458
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,763
per month
The overall cost of living index in Union City is 148.2, which is 48.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 221.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,199 per year to cover basic expenses.