Mahwah, NJ Cost of Living


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Mahwah cost of living score
141
More expensive
41.0% higher
than the US average
17.7% higher
than the New Jersey average
Mahwah, New Jersey gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 141, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 41.0% higher than the U.S. average and 17.7% lower than the average for New Jersey.

Mahwah, NJ

Housing costs in Mahwah?
A typical home costs $588,900, which is 74.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 36.3% more expensive than the average New Jersey home, at $432,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mahwah costs $2,560 per month, which is 79.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 33.2% more than the state average of $1,710.

Can I afford Mahwah?
To live comfortably in Mahwah, New Jersey, a minimum annual income of $112,680 for a family, and $88,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mahwah?
The cost of living in Mahwah, NJ is relatively high compared to the national average. The median home value is $435,000, which is significantly higher than the US median home value of $231,200. Similarly, the median rent price for a one-bedroom apartment is around $1,900 per month while the US national average for rent is around $1,000 per month. Additionally, groceries and other necessities are typically more expensive in this area due to its proximity to New York City. Despite these costs however, many people are drawn to live in Mahwah because of its beautiful suburban environment and excellent school system.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMahwahNew JerseyUnited States
  141.0119.8100.0
  107.2105.8100
  97.996.9100.0
  186.1136.4100.0
  $588,900$432,100$338,100
  111.7%109.2%100.0%
  134.8127.7100.0
  141.3112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

Great place to live and raise kids. Very family oriented and safe. Schools are great. Close proximity to everything. Only drawback is cost of housing and  More

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