Cost of Living in Westfield, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
287.8
100 = national avg
+187.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$126,629
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$299,306
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing346.4
Food200.0
Transportation325.1
Healthcare190.1
Utilities200.0
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 Westfield is 287.8, which is 187.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 346.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $126,629 per year to cover basic expenses.