East Newark, NJ vs Haddon Heights, NJ

Haddon Heights is moderately more affordable than East Newark, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. East Newark scores 114 compared to 101 for Haddon Heights, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of East Newark can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in East Newark is $1,696/month compared to $1,195/month in Haddon Heights — a 42% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Haddon Heights has cheaper rent, East Newark actually has lower median home values ($277,700 vs $354,700).

Median household income in East Newark is $65,272 compared to $126,055 in Haddon Heights (-48.2%). Haddon Heights offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of East Newark spend roughly 31.2% of their income on rent, more than the 11.4% in Haddon Heights. The Haddon Heights ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.