Cost of Living in Robertsville, NJ

Population 11,859 · New Jersey · Data vintage 2023

206
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Housing in Robertsville sits 112% above the national median — $645,000 for the typical home — but median household incomes near $204,421 (174% above the US figure) soften the blow that similar pricing creates in lower-wage metros.

Located 25 miles south of Elizabeth, Robertsville falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 64% higher than Elizabeth's $394,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 212
Rent 198

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

About the Cost of Living in Robertsville

The median home value in Robertsville is $645,100 — 112% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $2,605/month, 98% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $204,421/year is 174% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 3.2%, below 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 63.8°F and lows of 47.1°F, with about 31.5" of annual snowfall. Overall, Robertsville has a cost of living index of 206 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 106% more expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$645,100
112% above avg
Median Rent
$2,605/mo
98% above avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
20.6x
Favors renting
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 94.2%
Renter-occupied 5.8%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$2,605
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $3,219/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
45.8 min
70% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
29.2%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
57.7%
Carpooled
1.7%
Public transit
10.6%
Bicycle
0.1%
Work from home
29.2%

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
$204,421
174% above avg
Per Capita Income
$78,121
Unemployment Rate
3.2%
34% below avg
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Labor Force Participation
68.8%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 38.9%
Graduate degree 25.2%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 41.4
Male median age 43.3
Female median age 39.4

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
63.8°F
Avg Low
47.1°F
Annual Precip
46.6"
Annual Snowfall
31.5"
20° 38° 55° 73° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 404351637382878578665545
Low °F 262734445464696861493931
Precip" 3.422.984.133.873.974.344.664.153.823.793.334.14
Snow" 9.110.15.60.50.00.00.00.00.00.20.65.4

💨 Air Quality

EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data

Median AQI 39 — Good
85%
Good air days/yr
140
Max AQI recorded
0
PM2.5 days
247
Ozone days

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Robertsville, NJ?

Robertsville has a cost index of 206 (100 = national average). It is 106% above the national average.

What is average rent in Robertsville, NJ?

The median gross rent in Robertsville is $2,605 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Robertsville?

The median home value in Robertsville is $645,100 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Robertsville?

The median household income in Robertsville is $204,421 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Robertsville, NJ?

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

Is Robertsville, NJ affordable?

Robertsville is above average in cost of living, with an index of 206 — about 106% higher than the national average.

What is the weather like in Robertsville?

Robertsville has average high temperatures of 63.8°F and average lows of 47.1°F. Annual precipitation is 46.6". Average annual snowfall is 31.5". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Robertsville at a Glance

Population
11,859
Median Income
$204,421
Home Value
$645,100
Median Rent
$2,605/mo
Unemployment
3.2%
Avg High Temp
63.8°F
Sales Tax
6.6%
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