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Cost of Living in Fortescue, NJ

Population: 141 | New Jersey

90
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Fortescue is 10% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
67
Home Values
94
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Fortescue, NJ: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 90, Fortescue, NJ is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 10% cheaper than the national average and 38% below the New Jersey state average of 128. Fortescue is a small community of 141 residents.

The median household income in Fortescue is $46,250, which is 38% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Everyday prices in the Vineland, 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$46,250
vs US Median ($75,149)
-38%

Housing

Median Home Value
$204,400
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,188/mo

Everyday Prices in Fortescue

BLS Average Prices for the Vineland, NJ (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$3.00
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-2% vs US
🥚
$2.44
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-2% vs US
🥛
$3.94
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-2% vs US
🍞
$1.81
Bread (white)
per lb
-2% vs US
🍗
$4.05
Chicken breast
per lb
-2% vs US
$0.20
Electricity
per kWh
+8% vs US

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