Cost of Living in Passaic County, NJ

What does it cost to live in Passaic County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$84,465

Median Rent

$1,484/mo

Median Home

$413,500

Affordability

230

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$2,091
Property Tax$834
Insurance$138

Total Monthly$3,063
% of Income43.5%

Renting

Median Rent$1,484
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,509
% of Income21.1%

Living in Passaic County, New Jersey

Passaic County has a median household income of $84,465 with housing costs that represent 43.5% of income for owners and 21.1% for renters. Housing costs exceed the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting affordability challenges.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.