Cost of Living in Finesville, NJ

With a cost of living index of 165, Finesville, NJ is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 65% more expensive than the national average and 37% above the New Jersey state average of 128. Finesville is a small community of 333 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Finesville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $3,501 (165% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $289,800 (5% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.7x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Finesville is $77,647, which is 3% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 54% of household income on rent. This is well above the 30% affordability threshold, indicating a significant housing cost burden for many residents.

Everyday prices in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.