Garwood, NJ Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Garwood, New Jersey?
$8,190 / month
for a family, 51.7% more expensive than the national average A total of $98,280 for the year for a family.
$5,200 / month
for a single person, 9.1% more expensive than the national average A total of $62,400 for the year for a single person.

Garwood cost of living score
129.5
More expensive
29.5% higher
than the US average
8.1% higher
than the New Jersey average
Garwood, 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.

Garwood, NJ

Housing costs in Garwood?
A typical home costs $513,200, which is 51.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 18.8% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Garwood costs $1,870 per month, which is 30.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 8.6% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Garwood?
To live comfortably in Garwood, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $98,280 for a family, and $62,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Garwood?
The cost of living in Garwood, NJ is relatively high compared to many other areas in the United States. The median home value is over $400,000, making it one of the most expensive places to buy a home in the area. Additionally, rent prices are also quite high with an average two-bedroom apartment costing around $1,700 per month. Groceries and gas prices are slightly higher as well, but overall the cost of living in Garwood is still much lower than neighboring cities like New York City or Philadelphia.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesGarwoodNew JerseyUnited States
    Unlock119.8100.0
  106.2  Unlock100.0
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    Unlock$432,100$338,100
  115.1  Unlock100.0
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  110.8  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 18 years ago

Garwood is my favorite town in New Jersey. Less than one square mile of pure heaven. The capital of Garwood is 7-11. I have never been to any convenience store that can  More

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