Cost of Living in Sussex County, NJ

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

Median Income

$111,094

Median Rent

$1,501/mo

Median Home

$322,300

Affordability

380

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,630
Property Tax$698
Insurance$107

Total Monthly$2,435
% of Income26.3%

Renting

Median Rent$1,501
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,526
% of Income16.2%

Living in Sussex County, New Jersey

Sussex County has a median household income of $111,094 with housing costs that represent 26.3% of income for owners and 16.2% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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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.