Newark, New Jersey
In Newark, New Jersey, a gallon of regular gas costs $3.88 as of 2026-03-23 — $0.43 above the national average of $3.45. The average monthly rent for all unit types is $2,200, compared to the national average of $1,900. Grocery inflation is running at 2.58% year-over-year. Since 2022, bread prices have increased significantly while egg prices have been volatile due to avian flu outbreaks. Newark's cost-of-living index of 125 puts it above the national average of 100.
Key Numbers
Gas (Regular)
$3.88
National: $3.45
Avg Rent (All)
$2,200
National: $1,900
Grocery Inflation
2.58%
Year-over-year
Fast Food Avg
$19.31
Combo meal
Electricity
18.6¢/kWh
~$167/mo avg bill
Car Insurance
$215/mo
$2,580/yr state avg
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Grocery Prices
Grocery Item Prices — 2022 to Present
| Item | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs (dozen)Bird flu volatility | $1.96 | $2.29 | $2.90 | $4.38 | $2.43 | +2960.0% |
| Milk (gallon) | $3.81 | $4.12 | $4.12 | $4.33 | $4.42 | +630.0% |
| Ground Beef (lb) | $4.30 | $5.33 | $5.71 | $6.00 | $6.12 | +42.3% |
| Bread (loaf) | $2.33 | $3.15 | $3.44 | $3.57 | $3.60 | +1900.0% |
| Chicken Breast (lb) | $3.94 | $4.13 | $4.21 | $4.25 | $4.25 | +2630.0% |
| Butter (lb) | $4.71 | $5.38 | $5.59 | $5.87 | $5.99 | +27.2% |
| Bacon (lb) | $6.94 | $7.65 | $8.03 | $8.18 | $8.26 | +19.0% |
| Cheddar Cheese (lb) | $6.19 | $6.74 | $6.94 | $7.15 | $7.37 | +19.1% |
| Pasta (lb) | $1.58 | $1.89 | $1.96 | $2.00 | $2.06 | +30.4% |
| Rice (5 lb) | $4.71 | $5.36 | $5.57 | $5.62 | $5.62 | +19.3% |
| Coffee (12 oz) | $9.63 | $11.79 | $12.48 | $13.24 | $13.64 | +41.6% |
| Orange Juice (64 oz)Citrus shortage | $4.26 | $4.93 | $5.53 | $5.80 | $5.97 | +40.1% |
| Potatoes (5 lb) | $4.49 | $4.81 | $5.10 | $5.36 | $5.58 | +24.3% |
| Apples (3 lb) | $5.10 | $5.46 | $5.56 | $5.67 | $5.90 | +15.7% |
| Tomatoes (lb) | $2.47 | $2.74 | $2.90 | $3.01 | $3.10 | +25.5% |
| Lettuce (head) | $2.06 | $2.24 | $2.37 | $2.49 | $2.54 | +23.3% |
| Cooking Oil (48 oz) | $6.05 | $7.64 | $8.17 | $8.33 | $8.58 | +41.8% |
| Yogurt (32 oz) | $4.76 | $5.19 | $5.56 | $5.90 | $5.96 | +25.2% |
| Cereal (family size) | $5.12 | $5.89 | $6.37 | $6.49 | $6.62 | +29.3% |
| Frozen Pizza | $6.96 | $8.44 | $9.12 | $9.67 | $9.96 | +43.1% |
Dining & Restaurants
Fast Food Meal
$19.31
Casual Dining
$36.75
Monthly Spend
$636.18
+3.37% YoYChain Restaurant Meal Prices — 2022 vs. Today
Combo meal / typical order for one
McDonald's
2022: $11.97
$19.31
+61.3%Wendy's
2022: $13.52
$20.85
+54.2%Chipotle
2022: $14.48
$21.63
+49.4%Starbucks
2022: $6.55
$9.10
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