Morristown, NJ Cost of Living


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Morristown cost of living score
136.6
More expensive
36.6% higher
than the US average
14.0% higher
than the New Jersey average
Morristown, 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.

Morristown, NJ

Housing costs in Morristown?
A typical home costs $728,200, which is 115.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 68.5% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Morristown costs $2,360 per month, which is 65.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 27.5% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Morristown?
To live comfortably in Morristown, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $139,680 for a family, and $78,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Morristown?
Morristown, NJ is a relatively expensive place to live. The cost of living in the area is 28% higher than the national average and housing costs are 43% higher than the national average. As such, rent and home prices tend to be more expensive here than in other cities. Utilities can also be costly, particularly for larger households. Despite this, many people find that the quality of life in Morristown is worth it due to its close proximity to New York City and its numerous amenities. It's also an excellent place for shopping and dining out with plenty of great restaurants and stores to choose from.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMorristownNew JerseyUnited States
  136.6119.8100.0
  108.9105.8100
  99.496.9100.0
  225.0136.4100.0
  $728,200$432,100$338,100
  103.6%109.2%100.0%
  127.4127.7100.0
  144.0112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 10 years ago

Morristown has great stores and restaurants. We love the easy access to NYC (50 minute train ride). Cost of living is pretty high (due to taxes) and the weather can be  More

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Hello all, I am new here was asked to comment on my area of the planet where I have lived for the last 12 years. Morristown is the county seat of Morris County. The  More

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Over 16 years ago

Morristown has a great variety of opportunities in many ways. A close 50 minute commute to Manhattan, it is very metropolitan while also has the best of suburban and  More

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