Flemington, NJ vs Middlesex, NJ

Flemington, NJ and Middlesex, NJ have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.7% difference in their overall index. Flemington scores 118 while Middlesex scores 119 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Flemington is $1,578/month compared to $1,493/month in Middlesex — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Middlesex has cheaper rent, Flemington actually has lower median home values ($372,700 vs $414,600).

Median household income in Flemington is $74,213 compared to $107,063 in Middlesex (-30.7%). While Middlesex is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Flemington spend roughly 25.5% of their income on rent, more than the 16.7% in Middlesex.