Roxbury, NJ Cost of Living


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Roxbury cost of living score
136.6
More expensive
36.6% higher
than the US average
14.0% higher
than the New Jersey average
Roxbury, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 136.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 36.6% higher than the U.S. average and 14.0% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Roxbury, NJ

Housing costs in Roxbury?
A typical home costs $452,400, which is 33.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 4.7% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Roxbury costs $1,860 per month, which is 30.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 8.1% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Roxbury?
To live comfortably in Roxbury, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $86,760 for a family, and $62,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Roxbury?
The cost of living in Roxbury, NJ is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. The median home value in Roxbury is around $255,000 and has seen steady increases year-over-year since 2012. Apartments rent for an average of around $1,300 per month. Although groceries and utilities are slightly more expensive than the national average, overall living expenses are very reasonable in Roxbury. The property taxes are also quite low compared to other states at only 2.5%. This makes Roxbury an attractive place to live for those looking to save money and enjoy a quieter suburban lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRoxburyNew JerseyUnited States
  136.6119.8100.0
  105.1105.8100
  99.496.9100.0
  160.1136.4100.0
  $452,400$432,100$338,100
  100.7%109.2%100.0%
  142.4127.7100.0
  143.3112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

I moved here about 11 years ago. It was a nice neighborhood, but now after lots of turnover, I can't wait to leave. Also, I bought this homw as a single woman; now  More

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