Bridgewater, NJ Cost of Living


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Bridgewater cost of living score
131.6
More expensive
31.6% higher
than the US average
9.8% higher
than the New Jersey average
Bridgewater, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 131.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 31.6% higher than the U.S. average and 9.8% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Bridgewater, NJ

Housing costs in Bridgewater?
A typical home costs $585,800, which is 73.3% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 35.6% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Bridgewater costs $2,160 per month, which is 51.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 20.8% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Bridgewater?
To live comfortably in Bridgewater, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $112,320 for a family, and $68,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Bridgewater?
The cost of living in Bridgewater, NJ is quite reasonable. The median home price is around $400,000, which provides a wide variety of housing options for all types of families. Renters can find plenty of affordable apartments and homes in the area as well. Utilities such as electricity and water are very affordable, and the average cost of groceries is fairly low compared to other areas in New Jersey. Transportation costs are also relatively low with public transportation available throughout the city and many roads that connect Bridgewater to surrounding cities. All in all, Bridgewater is a great place to live, offering a diverse range of amenities and affordability.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBridgewaterNew JerseyUnited States
  131.6119.8100.0
  107105.8100
  97.596.9100.0
  184.4136.4100.0
  $585,800$432,100$338,100
  105.8%109.2%100.0%
  139.3127.7100.0
  143.3112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Reviews for Bridgewater
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I have lived here for 11 years,the quality of life is awesome, peaceful, quiet, very safe neighborhoods. Many areas the homes have an acre or more of property, so you  More

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Over 11 years ago

We enjoy very much where we live. Love NJ. However, we are looking to retire and on a more limited income, Nj is a difficult place to live. So, we are also open for  More

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