Mountainside, NJ Cost of Living


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Mountainside cost of living score
129.5
More expensive
29.5% higher
than the US average
8.1% higher
than the New Jersey average
Mountainside, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 129.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 29.5% higher than the U.S. average and 8.1% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Mountainside, NJ

Housing costs in Mountainside?
A typical home costs $740,600, which is 119.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 71.4% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mountainside costs $2,450 per month, which is 71.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 30.2% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Mountainside?
To live comfortably in Mountainside, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $141,840 for a family, and $81,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mountainside?
The cost of living in Mountainside, NJ is generally considered to be higher than the national average. This is due to the higher prices for goods and services, as well as the fact that rent and home costs tend to be significantly higher than the rest of the country. Although it may be more expensive to live in Mountainside than other towns, its close proximity to New York City makes it a desirable place for families and professionals alike. With lower taxes and an abundance of amenities, many residents find that they can afford a comfortable lifestyle despite the higher cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMountainsideNew JerseyUnited States
  129.5119.8100.0
  109.2105.8100
  97.596.9100.0
  231.5136.4100.0
  $740,600$432,100$338,100
  104.9%109.2%100.0%
  141.7127.7100.0
  110.5112.5100.0

   100=National Average

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