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Milltown, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Middlesex County County
3.7
/5.0
B+
Good
6,994
Population
4,512/sq mi density
$119,958
Median Income
$53,009 per capita
$423,000
Home Value
$597,544 Zillow
$1,500
Median Rent
38.2% income on rent
54°F
Avg Temperature
275 sunny days/yr
28
Violent Crime/100K
1,197 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$119,958 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$423,000 home value, $1,500/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
28 violent crimes/100K
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
108.8
Above national average
100 = US average
Median Monthly Rent
$1,500
29% above US avg
Avg Annual Property Tax
$10,677
205% above US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$1,599
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,759
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,132
per month
3 Bedroom
$2,658
per month
4 Bedroom
$3,005
per month
Childcare Costs
Infant (Center)
$1,359/mo
$16,308/year
Toddler (Center)
$1,339/mo
$16,068/year
Preschool (Center)
$1,339/mo
$16,068/year
Infant (Family)
$882/mo
$10,584/year
Toddler (Family)
$897/mo
$10,764/year
Preschool (Family)
$840/mo
$10,080/year
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $272.00 |
| Specialist Visit | $380.80 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $217.60 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,393.60 |
| Dental Cleaning | $141.44 |
| Dental Filling | $272.00 |
| Root Canal | $1,088.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,305.60 |
| Tooth Extraction | $272.00 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,632.00 |
| Teeth Whitening | $544.00 |
| Dental Implant | $4,352.00 |
| Eye Exam | $217.60 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $380.80 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $272.00 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,720.00 per eye |
| X-Ray | $272.00 |
| MRI | $1,632.00 |
| CT Scan | $1,305.60 |
| Ultrasound | $435.20 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $163.20 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $163.20 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $81.60 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $272.00 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $190.40 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $326.40 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,720.00 |
| Mammogram | $326.40 |
| Knee Replacement | $38,080.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $34,816.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,808.00 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $27,200.00 |
| Appendectomy | $16,320.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $23,936.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $14,144.00 |
| Flu Shot | $43.52 |
| COVID Test | $108.80 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $16.32 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $272.00 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,305.60 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $48.96 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $81.60 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $326.40 |
| Tire Rotation | $43.52 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $652.80 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $217.60 |
| Transmission Repair | $3,264.00 |
| AC Repair | $544.00 |
| Windshield Replacement | $380.80 |
| Wheel Alignment | $108.80 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $217.60 |
| Alternator Replacement | $544.00 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $761.60 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $217.60 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $5.44 per mile |
| State Inspection | $32.64 |
| Emissions Test | $54.40 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $108.80 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $108.80 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $97.92 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $435.20 |
| HVAC System Install | $7,616.00 |
| Roof Repair | $1,088.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $9,792.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,720.00 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,808.00 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $217.60 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $544.00 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $190.40 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $54.40 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $163.20 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $870.40 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $217.60 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $326.40 |
| Foundation Repair | $5,440.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $32,640.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $13,056.00 |
| Flooring Install | $8.70 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $707.20 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $32.64 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,305.60 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,632.00 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $435.20 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,632.00 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,320.00 |
| DUI Defense | $5,440.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,632.00 |
| Will Preparation | $544.00 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,720.00 |
| Real Estate Closing | $2,176.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $326.40 |
| LLC Formation | $544.00 |
| Immigration Consultation | $326.40 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $3,264.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $35.90 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $27.20 |
| Women's Haircut | $59.84 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $163.20 |
| Manicure | $27.20 |
| Pedicure | $43.52 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $87.04 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $108.80 |
| Gym Membership | $54.40 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $76.16 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $16.32 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $4.35 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $272.00 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $4.46 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.81 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.13 |
| Chicken Breast | $4.90 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $5.98 per lb |
| Rice | $1.09 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.71 per lb |
| Apples | $1.96 per lb |
| Coffee | $8.16 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.81 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $10.88 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $19.58 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $65.28 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $19.58 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $5.98 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $10.88 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $16.32 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $9.25 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $27.20 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $54.40 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $152.32 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $76.16 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $76.16 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $76.16 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $70.72 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $92.48 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $38.08 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $2,176.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $217.60 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,176.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $76.16 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16.32 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $108.80 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $32.64 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $54.40 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $435.20 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,305.60 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,088.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $435.20 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $54.40 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,088.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,600.00 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $4,352.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $10,880.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $65.28 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $108.80 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $65.28 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $43.52 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $326.40 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $217.60 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $870.40 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $435.20 |
| Microchipping | $54.40 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 108.8 |
| Median Rent | $1,500 |
| Rent Burden | 38.2% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,677 |
| FMR Studio | $1,599 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $1,759 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $2,132 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $2,658 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $3,005 |
Childcare (Monthly)
| Infant (Center) | $1,359 |
| Toddler (Center) | $1,339 |
| Preschool (Center) | $1,339 |
| Infant (Family) | $882 |
| Toddler (Family) | $897 |
| Preschool (Family) | $840 |
Income Context
| Median Income | $119,958 |
| Per Capita Income | $53,009 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,759 |