Hillside, NJ Cost of Living


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

Hillside, NJ

Housing costs in Hillside?
A typical home costs $411,100, which is 21.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 4.9% less expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Hillside costs $1,690 per month, which is 18.2% more than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Hillside?
To live comfortably in Hillside, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $78,840 for a family, and $56,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Hillside?
The cost of living in Hillside, NJ is generally considered to be on the higher end of the spectrum for New Jersey. The area is populated with many affluent neighborhoods and businesses, so prices tend to reflect this reality. Property taxes alone are among some of the highest in the state, with average home values ranging near $200k. Food, clothing, and other essential goods can also be expensive due to local demand. For those looking to find a more affordable way of life while still enjoying all that Hillside has to offer, there are plenty of options for budget conscious shoppers and renters alike.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHillsideNew JerseyUnited States
  129.5119.8100.0
  103.7105.8100
  97.596.9100.0
  125.0136.4100.0
  $411,100$432,100$338,100
  113.5%109.2%100.0%
  143.0127.7100.0
  110.1112.5100.0

   100=National Average

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