Cost of Living in Williamstown, NJ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
136.6
100 = national avg
+36.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,097
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$142,047
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing159.2
Food116.5
Transportation133.0
Healthcare113.2
Utilities121.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The overall cost of living index in Williamstown is 136.6, which is 36.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 159.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,097 per year to cover basic expenses.