Cost of Living in New Jersey
We track 3 metro areas in New Jersey. The average of the 3 metros we track in New Jersey is 99.4 on the BEA's overall price index — 0.6% below the US average of 100. Vineland, NJ is the least expensive at 96.0, while Trenton, NJ is the most expensive at 103.2. Figures reflect 2024 data from the US Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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Metro areas in New Jersey
| Metro | Overall RPP | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City, NJ | 98.9 | −1.1% |
| Trenton, NJ | 103.2 | +3.2% |
| Vineland, NJ | 96.0 | −4.0% |