Ocean City, NJ Cost of Living


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Ocean City cost of living score
122.7
More expensive
22.7% higher
than the US average
2.4% higher
than the New Jersey average
Ocean City, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 122.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.7% higher than the U.S. average and 2.4% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Ocean City, NJ

Housing costs in Ocean City?
A typical home costs $849,300, which is 151.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 96.6% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ocean City costs $1,680 per month, which is 17.5% more than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Ocean City?
To live comfortably in Ocean City, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $162,720 for a family, and $51,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ocean City?
The cost of living in Ocean City, NJ is relatively high compared to the national average. The median home value in Ocean City is $611,400, which is almost double the national median of $219,700. Additionally, utilities are expensive with an index score of 122.2 compared to the U.S. average of 100 while groceries also have a higher index score of 104.3 compared to the U.S average of 100. However, this high cost of living is offset by the amenities and quality of life that Ocean City provides its residents with its multiple beaches and boardwalk activities as well as its diverse restaurants and shops.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesOcean CityNew JerseyUnited States
  122.7119.8100.0
  114.2105.8100
  97.496.9100.0
  250.4136.4100.0
  $849,300$432,100$338,100
  111.8%109.2%100.0%
  97.6127.7100.0
  102.4112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

I've spent many summers in OC since the 1970s. It's a wonderful family town...a dry town! No alcohol sales, no bars! Long boardwalk with 2 amusement parks, a water  More

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I adore OC. I live 6 blocks from the beach, 2 from the bay. Beautiful scenery. Peaceful surroundings. Summer resort time is a little hectic, but fun. Winters are  More

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Over 18 years ago

I have summered or lived in Ocean City, NJ since I was born 41 years ago. Change, change, change is the common theme in this city. One constant is safe, family fun! The  More

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