Cost of Living in Perth Amboy, NJ
Population: 55,278 • 2026 Data
$58,490
Median Household Income
-24% vs national
$1,629
Median Monthly Rent
+21% vs national
$339,200
Median Home Value
+0% vs national
12.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Perth Amboy
The median home value in Perth Amboy, NJ is $339,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,629, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,662.
Rent-to-income ratio: 33.4%. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, indicating housing costs may be a burden for median-income households.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Perth Amboy, NJ is $58,490. The unemployment rate stands at 12.8%, with a labor force of 29,603 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.