Cost of Living in Waldwick, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
253.6
100 = national avg
+153.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$111,567
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$263,703
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing349.4
Food168.9
Transportation237.7
Healthcare155.1
Utilities191.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,024
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,324
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waldwick is 253.6, which is 153.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 349.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $111,567 per year to cover basic expenses.