Allentown, NJ vs Union Beach, NJ

Allentown is moderately more affordable than Union Beach, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Allentown scores 118 compared to 136 for Union Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Union Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Allentown is $1,517/month compared to $1,957/month in Union Beach — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Allentown is more affordable at $397,100 median vs $452,900.

Median household income in Allentown is $134,583 compared to $128,400 in Union Beach (+4.8%). Allentown offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Allentown spend roughly 13.5% of their income on rent, less than the 18.3% in Union Beach.