Cost of living in Morristown

In Morristown, United States, living costs about $1594 per month for one person and $4105 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Morristown compared to other cities?

Morristown is 12% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Morristown compare to your city?

Morristown is 39% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Morristown is, on average, 72% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Morristown?

Who is Morristown a good fit for?

Morristown is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Morristown so expensive?

The main driver of expense in Morristown is food, which significantly impacts overall living costs.

Is food expensive in Morristown?

Yes, food costs are 37% higher than the European benchmark.

Is public transport affordable in Morristown?

Public transport is 25% lower than the European benchmark, making it a more affordable option.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1594 $
Without Rent
870 $
Rent & Utilities
725 $
Food
655 $
Transport
56 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
1981 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
30.4K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 14.9 $
Dinner 69.7 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 12 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 7.05 $
Capuccino 5.37 $
Coke, 330ml 2.6 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.92 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.32 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.21 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.79 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.9 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 15 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 15.3 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.11 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.03 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.16 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.71 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 4.1 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.64 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 2.08 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.32 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 14 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.72 $
Cigarette pack 7.79 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2 $
Monthly Pass 50.4 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.81 $
Taxi, 8 km 20.4 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 126 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 7.48 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.7 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.55 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.94 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 150 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 228 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 69.9 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 495 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,045 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 543 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,203 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 3,182 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,503 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 1,981 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.54%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 34.9 $
Cinema, 1 seat 13.1 $
Haircut 19.2 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 93.6 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 51.1 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 797 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 15,016 $

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Morristown vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 47% more expensive) Morristown vs Luganville (Luganville is 92% more expensive)
United States
Morristown vs New York City (New York City is 154% more expensive) Morristown vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 100% more expensive) Morristown vs Chicago (Chicago is 67% more expensive) Morristown vs Houston (Houston is 41% more expensive) Morristown vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 49% more expensive) Morristown vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 59% more expensive) Morristown vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 38% more expensive) Morristown vs San Diego (San Diego is 110% more expensive) Morristown vs Dallas (Dallas is 60% more expensive) Morristown vs San Jose (San Jose is 130% more expensive)
Canada
Morristown vs Toronto (Toronto is 62% more expensive) Morristown vs Montreal (Montreal is 23% more expensive) Morristown vs Calgary (Calgary is 35% more expensive) Morristown vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 40% more expensive) Morristown vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 12% more expensive) Morristown vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 10% more expensive) Morristown vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 55% more expensive) Morristown vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 66% more expensive) Morristown vs Brampton (Brampton is 33% more expensive) Morristown vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 35% more expensive)
Barbados
Morristown vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 15% less expensive) Morristown vs Holetown (Holetown is 13% less expensive)
Panama
Morristown vs Panama City (Panama City is 13% less expensive) Morristown vs Colon (Colon is 26% less expensive) Morristown vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 23% less expensive) Morristown vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 34% less expensive) Morristown vs David (David is 48% less expensive) Morristown vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 40% less expensive) Morristown vs Balboa (Balboa is 22% less expensive) Morristown vs Pacora (Pacora is 22% less expensive) Morristown vs Chitre (Chitre is 32% less expensive) Morristown vs Penonome (Penonome is 31% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Morristown vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 22% less expensive) Morristown vs Cayon (Cayon is 22% less expensive)
Cuba
Morristown vs Havana (Havana is 36% less expensive) Morristown vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 11% less expensive) Morristown vs Holguin (Holguin is 20% less expensive) Morristown vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 4% less expensive) Morristown vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 34% less expensive) Morristown vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 27% less expensive) Morristown vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 2% less expensive) Morristown vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 2% less expensive) Morristown vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 31% less expensive) Morristown vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 45% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Morristown vs San Jose (San Jose is 22% less expensive) Morristown vs Limon (Limon is 25% less expensive) Morristown vs Liberia (Liberia is 44% less expensive) Morristown vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 23% less expensive) Morristown vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 20% less expensive) Morristown vs Cartago (Cartago is 40% less expensive) Morristown vs Heredia (Heredia is 22% less expensive) Morristown vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 6% more expensive) Morristown vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 18% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Morristown vs Castries (Castries is 27% less expensive) Morristown vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 25% less expensive)
Jamaica
Morristown vs Kingston (Kingston is 17% less expensive) Morristown vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 51% less expensive) Morristown vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 36% less expensive) Morristown vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 27% less expensive) Morristown vs May Pen (May Pen is 48% less expensive) Morristown vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 39% less expensive) Morristown vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 47% less expensive) Morristown vs Linstead (Linstead is 34% less expensive) Morristown vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 30% less expensive) Morristown vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 28% less expensive)
El Salvador
Morristown vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 25% less expensive) Morristown vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 56% less expensive) Morristown vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 26% less expensive) Morristown vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 32% less expensive) Morristown vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 27% less expensive) Morristown vs Apopa (Apopa is 28% less expensive) Morristown vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 25% less expensive) Morristown vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 9% less expensive) Morristown vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 32% less expensive) Morristown vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 45% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Morristown vs St. John's (St. John's is 32% less expensive) Morristown vs All Saints (All Saints is 32% less expensive)
Grenada
Morristown vs St. George's (St. George's is 33% less expensive) Morristown vs Grenville (Grenville is 33% less expensive)
Dominica
Morristown vs Roseau (Roseau is 37% less expensive) Morristown vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 29% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Morristown vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 38% less expensive) Morristown vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 37% less expensive)
Belize
Morristown vs Belize City (Belize City is 45% less expensive) Morristown vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 32% less expensive) Morristown vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 54% less expensive) Morristown vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 16% less expensive) Morristown vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 1% less expensive)
Guatemala
Morristown vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 37% less expensive) Morristown vs Mixco (Mixco is 60% less expensive) Morristown vs Coban (Coban is 43% less expensive) Morristown vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 51% less expensive) Morristown vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 43% less expensive) Morristown vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 44% less expensive) Morristown vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 45% less expensive) Morristown vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 45% less expensive) Morristown vs Flores (Flores is 46% less expensive) Morristown vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 50% less expensive)
Honduras
Morristown vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 48% less expensive) Morristown vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 35% less expensive) Morristown vs Choloma (Choloma is 62% less expensive) Morristown vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 59% less expensive) Morristown vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 45% less expensive) Morristown vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 46% less expensive) Morristown vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 55% less expensive) Morristown vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 55% less expensive) Morristown vs Yoro (Yoro is 54% less expensive) Morristown vs La Lima (La Lima is 45% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Morristown vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 50% less expensive) Morristown vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 34% less expensive) Morristown vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 52% less expensive) Morristown vs Higuey (Higuey is 52% less expensive) Morristown vs La Vega (La Vega is 64% less expensive) Morristown vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 48% less expensive) Morristown vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 54% less expensive) Morristown vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 67% less expensive) Morristown vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 61% less expensive) Morristown vs Bonao (Bonao is 66% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Morristown vs Managua (Managua is 51% less expensive) Morristown vs Leon (Leon is 60% less expensive) Morristown vs Masaya (Masaya is 55% less expensive) Morristown vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 65% less expensive) Morristown vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 60% less expensive) Morristown vs Esteli (Esteli is 63% less expensive) Morristown vs Granada (Granada is 56% less expensive) Morristown vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 71% less expensive) Morristown vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 58% less expensive) Morristown vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 44% less expensive)