Helmetta, NJ Cost of Living


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Helmetta cost of living score
124.7
More expensive
24.7% higher
than the US average
4.1% higher
than the New Jersey average
Helmetta, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 124.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.7% higher than the U.S. average and 4.1% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Helmetta, NJ

Housing costs in Helmetta?
A typical home costs $326,700, which is 3.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 24.4% less expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Helmetta costs $2,250 per month, which is 57.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 24.0% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Helmetta?
To live comfortably in Helmetta, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $62,640 for a family, and $71,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Helmetta?
The cost of living in Helmetta, NJ is relatively low compared to other parts of the state. The median home value in the area is approximately $265,000, which is much lower than the statewide median of $323,000. In addition, the average household income is around $83,000 per year. This is a few thousand dollars more than the statewide average of $79,000. Additionally, groceries are inexpensive and rent costs are reasonable when compared to nearby cities such as New Brunswick and Edison. All in all, Helmetta provides residents with an affordable lifestyle without sacrificing access to local amenities and services.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHelmettaNew JerseyUnited States
  124.7119.8100.0
  103.2105.8100
  98.896.9100.0
  110.2136.4100.0
  $326,700$432,100$338,100
  104.2%109.2%100.0%
  136.9127.7100.0
  123.4112.5100.0

   100=National Average

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