Clayton, NJ vs Glassboro, NJ

Clayton is moderately more affordable than Glassboro, with a 12.7% lower cost of living index. Clayton scores 92 compared to 106 for Glassboro, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Glassboro can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clayton is $1,204/month compared to $1,561/month in Glassboro — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Clayton is more affordable at $244,800 median vs $276,900.

Median household income in Clayton is $89,375 compared to $80,388 in Glassboro (+11.2%). Clayton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clayton spend roughly 16.2% of their income on rent, less than the 23.3% in Glassboro.