Stockton, NJ Cost of Living


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Stockton cost of living score
130.5
More expensive
30.5% higher
than the US average
8.9% higher
than the New Jersey average
Stockton, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 130.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 30.5% higher than the U.S. average and 8.9% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Stockton, NJ

Housing costs in Stockton?
A typical home costs $539,800, which is 59.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 24.9% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Stockton costs $1,790 per month, which is 25.2% more than the national average of $1,430 and 4.5% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Stockton?
To live comfortably in Stockton, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $103,320 for a family, and $56,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Stockton?
Stockton, NJ is a small, charming town with a cost of living that is slightly higher than the national average. The median home price in Stockton is around $325,000 which is significantly higher than the national median of around $200,000. The cost of groceries, transportation, utilities and healthcare are all slightly higher when compared to the national averages. Despite the slightly higher costs of living in Stockton, it remains an attractive area due to its low crime rates and its quaint historical charm. Residents get to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while still having access to many amenities such as shopping centers and restaurants.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesStocktonNew JerseyUnited States
  130.5119.8100.0
  106.2105.8100
  93.696.9100.0
  160.4136.4100.0
  $539,800$432,100$338,100
  104.5%109.2%100.0%
  133.5127.7100.0
  144.3112.5100.0

   100=National Average

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