Sayreville, NJ vs Toms River, NJ

Sayreville, NJ and Toms River, NJ have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.1% difference in their overall index. Sayreville scores 123 while Toms River scores 121 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 Sayreville is $1,641/month compared to $1,678/month in Toms River — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Sayreville has cheaper rent, Toms River actually has lower median home values ($377,800 vs $407,600).

Median household income in Sayreville is $98,629 compared to $95,759 in Toms River (+3%). While Sayreville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Sayreville spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, less than the 21% in Toms River.