Passaic, NJ vs Sicklerville, NJ

Sicklerville is moderately more affordable than Passaic, with a 10.3% lower cost of living index. Passaic scores 115 compared to 104 for Sicklerville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Passaic can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Passaic is $1,392/month compared to $1,561/month in Sicklerville — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Passaic has cheaper rent, Sicklerville actually has lower median home values ($256,600 vs $406,500).

Median household income in Passaic is $56,780 compared to $102,881 in Sicklerville (-44.8%). Sicklerville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Passaic spend roughly 29.4% of their income on rent, more than the 18.2% in Sicklerville.