Belleville, NJ is an area located in Essex County in the northern part of New Jersey. It is convenient to larger cities such as Newark and New York City due to its close proximity. Belleville has many local stores and restaurants such as Zio's Italian Deli, Mario's Pizzeria, and M&M International Grocery. Additionally, it hosts several companies such as WebiMax, JMC Steel Group Inc., and JRP Plumbing & Heating Contractors Inc. The cost of living in Belleville is higher than other parts of the United States with a two bedroom apartment renting for approximately $1,730 per month. The grocery cost index is also higher than the US average at 104 versus 100 respectively.
Belleville has an unemployment rate of 9.6%. The US average is 6.0%.
Belleville has seen the job market decrease by -0.7% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 20.9%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Belleville
- The Sales Tax Rate for Belleville is 6.6%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Belleville is 5.5%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Belleville
- The average income of a Belleville resident is $29,063 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Belleville resident is $75,808 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.