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Ellisburg, NJ

Manageable

The cost of living in Ellisburg, NJ is 3% below the national average (Cost Index: 97). Homes here are typically valued around $294,300, compared to the $303,400 national median. The median household income is $91,272 — overall, living costs and earnings are reasonably balanced in this area.

Ellisburg looks comparatively manageable for household relocation, with 19% rent burden, 3.2x home-price-to-income, and a housing index of 97. Use the assumptions below to test whether your own budget still stays in the safe range.Data Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 · BEA RPP 2023 · Zillow ZHVI

Data Updated: March 2026
Housing Feasibility Verdict
Safe

Based on your household income, housing mode, local rent, home value, property tax, and mortgage assumptions for Ellisburg.

Monthly Housing
$1,428/mo
Lower of rent or buy scenario
Housing Burden
19%
Healthy
Residual Cash
$5,678/mo
After housing and debt · $1,893/person
Rent vs Buy
Buying can be tested
Main pressure: property tax
Assumptions
Housing Mode
Confidence: MediumHome source: ACSRent source: ACSBEA proxy: nonmetroHousehold size: 3Down payment: 20%Fixed burden: 25%
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Cost Index
97
Average
Based on housing costs · See methodology
Median Home Value
$294,300
Source: Census ACS
National: $303,400
Median Rent
$1,428/mo
Source: Census ACS
National: $1,348/mo
Household Income
$91,272
National: $78,538
Population
5,021
Purchasing Power
120
100 = national baseline

Cost of Living Breakdown

Each index uses 100 as the US national average. A score of 150 means 50% more expensive; 80 means 20% cheaper.

Housing Cost Index
97 / 100
Close to average
Rent Index
106 / 100
6% above average
Goods & Groceries
96 / 100
About the same as most US cities
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Utilities
88 / 100
12% lower utility bills
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Healthcare & Services
98 / 100
In line with national average
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Overall Index
97
Average

Ellisburg Mortgage Calculator

Pre-filled with the local median home value of $294,300 and New Jersey's property tax rate of 2.47%.

Household Housing Budget

Local median household income is shown only as a place-side affordability input. Personal salary, filing status, and take-home pay analysis belong in salary.city.

Local Household Income
$91,272
Census ACS place context
Rent Burden Estimate
19%
Typical annual rent / local household income
Home Price to Income
3.2x
Typical home value / local household income
Use this section to judge whether Ellisburg looks structurally manageable for a household budget. For a specific job offer, filing status, payroll taxes, or salary equivalence across cities, run the income-side decision in salary.city.

Property Tax in Ellisburg, NJ

Est. Annual Property Tax
$7,269
Monthly Impact
$606
Added to your mortgage
Effective Rate
2.47%
National avg: ~1.00%

New Jersey Place Tax Context

Tax TypeNew JerseyNational Avg
Property Tax Rate2.47%1.00%
Top Income Tax Rate10.75%~5.0%
State Sales Tax6.6%~5.0%

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Cost Index Comparison (100 = National Avg)

Housing CostsNational Avg: 100
Ellisburg, NJ: 97
Rent Prices
106

FAQ: Living in Ellisburg

What is the cost of living like in Ellisburg, NJ?+

Living costs in Ellisburg land close to the national average, with a Cost Index of 97 (where 100 = the US baseline). Housing is the largest variable: the median home value here is $294,300, and typical monthly rents run around $1,428. Groceries and utilities are slightly below what you would find in most US cities.

How does Ellisburg fit a household housing budget?+

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $1,428, while local median household income is $91,272. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 19% before utilities and other costs. For a specific job offer, filing status, or take-home pay scenario, use salary.city.

How much are taxes in Ellisburg, NJ?+

New Jersey has a progressive state income tax with a top rate of 10.75%. The effective property tax rate is 2.47%. On a home worth $294,300, that translates to roughly $7,269 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 6.6% on everyday purchases.

How much does it cost to rent in Ellisburg, NJ?+

The typical monthly rent in Ellisburg is around $1,428. That's close to the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $294,300, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

How much does a house cost in Ellisburg, NJ?+

The median home in Ellisburg is valued at $294,300. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $1,488/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 66% of residents here own their homes.

Are groceries and utilities expensive in Ellisburg?+

Grocery prices in Ellisburg are about average compared to the rest of the US (index: 96, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are below average (index: 88). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

What is Ellisburg, NJ like to live in?+

Ellisburg is a small town with a population of about 5,021. The median age of residents is 36.9, which is close to the national median. The local poverty rate is 11.89%, near the national average of 12.4%.

Lower-Pressure Alternatives in New Jersey

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Reviewed by LivabilityCalc Research Team
Financial Data Analysts · Census & Economic Data Specialists
Data Sources & Methodology
  • Real Estate & Housing: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI, Smoothed & Seasonally Adjusted) and Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI). Structural fallback utilizes U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates.
  • Goods, Utilities & Services: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) Metropolitan Area Regional Price Parities (MARPP), incorporating verified State Nonmetropolitan averages.
  • Mortgage Rates: Freddie Mac 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Average in the United States (PMMS) via Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
  • Tax Context: State-level property, sales, and income-tax context used for place-side relocation planning. Personal take-home pay and offer analysis are handled by salary.city.
  • Index Methodology: Weighting matrix derived from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Expenditure Surveys (CEX) distributional models. Baseline standardized at 100. (Read methodology details)
Last data update: March 2026 · Mortgage rates updated monthly