Somerset, NJ Cost of Living


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Somerset cost of living score
131.6
More expensive
31.6% higher
than the US average
9.8% higher
than the New Jersey average
Somerset, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 131.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 31.6% higher than the U.S. average and 9.8% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Somerset, NJ

Housing costs in Somerset?
A typical home costs $432,200, which is 27.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 0.0% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Somerset costs $2,100 per month, which is 46.9% more than the national average of $1,430 and 18.6% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Somerset?
To live comfortably in Somerset, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $82,800 for a family, and $66,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Somerset?
The cost of living in Somerset, NJ is quite reasonable. Though it is a bit higher than the national average, the cost of housing in particular is very affordable. Rental prices in particular are much less expensive than surrounding areas, with many one-bedroom apartments costing an average of $1,850 a month. Additionally, utilities are lower than the national average and groceries also come at a surprisingly low cost. Overall, living in Somerset can be quite affordable if you know where to look.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSomersetNew JerseyUnited States
  131.6119.8100.0
  105.2105.8100
  97.596.9100.0
  137.8136.4100.0
  $432,200$432,100$338,100
  109.5%109.2%100.0%
  142.3127.7100.0
  142.9112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 10 years ago

I am moving to Somerset. I have heard that Cost of living to too high in somerset. I am getting a pay Of $72,800.00 per year. Can I survive with this pay. I am moving  More

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Over 12 years ago

best plce for 55+  More

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Over 17 years ago

Very nice place to live. Very  More

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