Atlantic City, NJ Cost of Living


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Atlantic City cost of living score
93.9
Less expensive
6.1% lower
than the US average
21.6% lower
than the New Jersey average
Atlantic City, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 93.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 6.1% lower than the U.S. average and 21.6% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Atlantic City, NJ

Housing costs in Atlantic City?
A typical home costs $179,200, which is 47.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 58.5% less expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Atlantic City costs $1,410 per month, which is 1.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 21.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Atlantic City?
To live comfortably in Atlantic City, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $34,200 for a family, and $44,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Atlantic City?
The cost of living in Atlantic City, NJ is generally higher than the national average. Housing costs are especially expensive, with the median home price hovering around $200K. The median rent for a one-bedroom apartment is roughly $1,100 per month. Groceries and other everyday items also tend to be more expensive than in other parts of the country. Despite its high cost of living, Atlantic City remains an attractive option for those looking to explore the beaches and attractions available in this popular Jersey Shore destination.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAtlantic CityNew JerseyUnited States
  93.9119.8100.0
  98.9105.8100
  93.596.9100.0
  50.0136.4100.0
  $179,200$432,100$338,100
  105.8%109.2%100.0%
  95.4127.7100.0
  99.4112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I am looking for a place to settle. Right now I'm in Memphis and don't want to stay. My home is New York City but I never retrace my steps. My focus has been the  More

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was born in north jersey.. lived in atlantic city for about 40 yrs.. was a great place growing up,, regular rockwell growing up,, now since the casinos over 30yrs or  More

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