Hampton, NJ vs Union, NJ

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Hampton is 25.2% cheaper than Union. With a cost index of 96 vs 128, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Hampton to Union should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hampton is $1,048/month compared to $1,695/month in Union — a 38% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hampton is more affordable at $298,000 median vs $451,500.

Median household income in Hampton is $77,222 compared to $127,411 in Union (-39.4%). While Union is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hampton spend roughly 16.3% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in Union.