Cost of Living in Leisuretowne, NJ

Population 3,244 · New Jersey · Data vintage 2023

92
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Leisuretowne skews considerably older than the national median, with an average age of 73. Reported household income of $51,420 often reflects pension and investment income rather than wages, which makes the local tax picture — especially property tax treatment — a larger factor than in working-age cities. Unemployment has stayed elevated relative to the national figure — 9.2% as of the most recent ACS release — which shows up in household-income and poverty figures as well.

Geographically, Leisuretowne sits roughly 25 miles east of Philadelphia. Housing prices track closely with Philadelphia's $232,000 median.

Cost Overview

Housing 72
Rent 121

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Leisuretowne

The median home value in Leisuretowne is $220,800 — 28% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,588/month, 21% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $51,420/year is 31% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 9.2%, above the national average of 4.8%. New Jersey's top state income tax rate is 10.8% and the combined sales tax is 6.6%. The climate averages highs of 64.4°F and lows of 44.5°F. Overall, Leisuretowne has a cost of living index of 92 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 8% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$220,800
28% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$101,595
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$1,588/mo
21% above avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
11.6x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
2.5%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$1,474
1 BR
$1,654
2 BR
$2,040
3 BR
$2,550
4 BR
$2,885
Owner-occupied 96.0%
Renter-occupied 4.0%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,588
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $2,202/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
34.8 min
29% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
5.9%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
87.3%
Public transit
6.8%
Work from home
5.9%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 10.8%
Total Sales Tax 6.6%
State rate 6.6%
Avg local rate -0.0%
Property Tax 2.5%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$51,420
31% below avg
Per Capita Income
$43,529
Unemployment Rate
9.2%
91% above avg
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Labor Force Participation
24.6%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 13.4%
Graduate degree 4.0%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 72.5
Male median age 72.1
Female median age 72.9

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
64.4°F
Avg Low
44.5°F
Annual Precip
42.8"
20° 38° 55° 73° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 414452647382878578665646
Low °F 252633425161666457463629
Precip" 2.972.573.833.372.953.735.194.403.393.672.983.74

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Leisuretowne, NJ?

Leisuretowne has a cost index of 92 (100 = national average). It is 8% below the national average.

What is average rent in Leisuretowne, NJ?

The median gross rent in Leisuretowne is $1,588 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Leisuretowne?

The median home value in Leisuretowne is $220,800 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Leisuretowne?

The median household income in Leisuretowne is $51,420 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Leisuretowne, NJ?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Leisuretowne is 6.6%. The New Jersey state income tax top rate is 10.8%.

Is Leisuretowne, NJ affordable?

Leisuretowne is near the national average in terms of cost of living, with an index of 92 (100 = US average).

What is the weather like in Leisuretowne?

Leisuretowne has average high temperatures of 64.4°F and average lows of 44.5°F. Annual precipitation is 42.8". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Leisuretowne at a Glance

Population
3,244
Median Income
$51,420
Home Value
$220,800
Median Rent
$1,588/mo
Unemployment
9.2%
Avg High Temp
64.4°F
Sales Tax
6.6%
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