Cost of Living in West Wildwood, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
128.1
100 = national avg
+28.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,363
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$133,223
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing177.2
Food99.5
Transportation99.0
Healthcare99.6
Utilities115.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,366
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,792
per month
The overall cost of living index in West Wildwood is 128.1, which is 28.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 177.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,363 per year to cover basic expenses.