South Plainfield, NJ Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in South Plainfield, New Jersey?
$6,900 / month
for a family, 27.8% more expensive than the national average A total of $82,800 for the year for a family.
$5,767 / month
for a single person, 21.0% more expensive than the national average A total of $69,200 for the year for a single person.

South Plainfield cost of living score
124.7
More expensive
24.7% higher
than the US average
4.1% higher
than the New Jersey average
South Plainfield, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 124.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.7% higher than the U.S. average and 4.1% lower than the average for New Jersey.

South Plainfield, NJ

Housing costs in South Plainfield?
A typical home costs $431,400, which is 27.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 0.2% less expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in South Plainfield costs $2,190 per month, which is 53.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 21.9% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford South Plainfield?
To live comfortably in South Plainfield, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $82,800 for a family, and $69,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about South Plainfield?
South Plainfield, NJ is an affordable place to live. With a median home value of just over $300,000, it is more than 20% lower than the national average. In addition, South Plainfield has a cost of living that is nearly 11% below the national average. This makes it easy for residents to live comfortably in this suburban town. Other factors that make living in South Plainfield attractive are its excellent public schools, low crime rate, and good access to public transportation. All these factors combine to create an environment where people can enjoy a high quality of life at an affordable cost.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesSouth PlainfieldNew JerseyUnited States
    Unlock119.8100.0
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  143.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$432,100$338,100
  114.7  Unlock100.0
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  122.9  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Reviews for South Plainfield
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Over 17 years ago

Environmentally conscious community. Great school system. Comfortable and safe recreation facilities and parks. Residents are consistently engaged in physical fitness  More

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located within a moments drive to all major hiways that are perfect for the easy commute. Public transportation either choose the bus line or train are conveinently  More

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Over 19 years ago

Closeness to NY and having a strong economy in NJ has lead to a vibrant and diverse life. Good scools, hospitals and public services - the staple of any good city is  More

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