Cost of Living in Vernon Center, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.7
100 = national avg
+22.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,973
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,572
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing143.9
Food107.2
Transportation114.4
Healthcare105.8
Utilities113.1
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 Vernon Center is 122.7, which is 22.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 143.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,973 per year to cover basic expenses.