Newark, New Jersey
In Newark, New Jersey, a gallon of regular gas costs $4.02 as of 2026-04-01 — $0.04 below the national average of $4.06. The average monthly rent for all unit types is $1,800, compared to the national average of $1,900. Grocery inflation is running at 5.27% 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)
$4.02
National: $4.06
Avg Rent (All)
$1,800
National: $1,900
Grocery Inflation
5.27%
Year-over-year
Fast Food Avg
$19.31
Combo meal
Electricity
23.13¢
per kWh · ~$208/mo
Car Insurance
$215/mo
$2,580/yr
Median Household Income
$76,712
37.8% goes to essentials
Car Insurance
Avg $2,580 in Newark. Compare rates:
📸 Help make this data more accurate
Some prices above are regional estimates. Submit a receipt from a local store to help us show what Newark residents actually pay.
Save on Gas
Find the cheapest gas near Newark:
Find Apartments
Avg rent $1,800/mo in Newark. Browse listings:
Grocery Prices
Grocery Prices — 2000 to Present
National BLS averages · submit local prices below ↓
Eggs (dozen)
Bird flu volatility
$2.58 BLS avg
Milk (gallon)
$4.10 BLS avg
Ground Beef (lb)
$6.75 BLS avg
Bread (loaf)
$1.84 BLS avg
Chicken Breast (lb)
$2.04 BLS avg
Butter (lb)
$5.99 BLS avg
Bacon (lb)
$8.26 BLS avg
Cheddar Cheese (lb)
$7.37 BLS avg
Pasta (lb)
$2.06 BLS avg
Rice (5 lb)
$5.62 BLS avg
Coffee (12 oz)
$13.64 BLS avg
Orange Juice (64 oz)
Citrus shortage
$5.97 BLS avg
Potatoes (5 lb)
$5.58 BLS avg
Apples (3 lb)
$5.90 BLS avg
Tomatoes (lb)
$3.10 BLS avg
Lettuce (head)
$2.54 BLS avg
Cooking Oil (48 oz)
$8.58 BLS avg
Yogurt (32 oz)
$5.96 BLS avg
Cereal (family size)
$6.62 BLS avg
Frozen Pizza
$9.96 BLS avg
| Item | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 | 2026 | Since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs (dozen)Bird flu volatility | — | — | — | — | — | $1.93 | $2.58 | +156.4% |
| Milk (gallon) | — | — | — | — | — | $3.79 | $4.10 | +44.6% |
| Ground Beef (lb) | — | — | — | — | — | $4.55 | $6.75 | +354.4% |
| Bread (loaf) | — | — | — | — | — | $1.55 | $1.84 | +104.0% |
| Chicken Breast (lb) | — | — | — | — | — | $1.62 | $2.04 | +93.5% |
| Butter (lb) | — | — | — | — | — | $4.71 | $5.99 | +27.2% |
| Bacon (lb) | — | — | — | — | — | $6.94 | $8.26 | +19.0% |
| Cheddar Cheese (lb) | — | — | — | — | — | $6.19 | $7.37 | +19.1% |
| Pasta (lb) | — | — | — | — | — | $1.58 | $2.06 | +30.4% |
| Rice (5 lb) | — | — | — | — | — | $4.71 | $5.62 | +19.3% |
| Coffee (12 oz) | — | — | — | — | — | $9.63 | $13.64 | +41.6% |
| Orange Juice (64 oz)Citrus shortage | — | — | — | — | — | $4.26 | $5.97 | +40.1% |
| Potatoes (5 lb) | — | — | — | — | — | $4.49 | $5.58 | +24.3% |
| Apples (3 lb) | — | — | — | — | — | $5.10 | $5.90 | +15.7% |
| Tomatoes (lb) | — | — | — | — | — | $2.47 | $3.10 | +25.5% |
| Lettuce (head) | — | — | — | — | — | $2.06 | $2.54 | +23.3% |
| Cooking Oil (48 oz) | — | — | — | — | — | $6.05 | $8.58 | +41.8% |
| Yogurt (32 oz) | — | — | — | — | — | $4.76 | $5.96 | +25.2% |
| Cereal (family size) | — | — | — | — | — | $5.12 | $6.62 | +29.3% |
| Frozen Pizza | — | — | — | — | — | $6.96 | $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
+38.9%Eating out more? Save on groceries with Ibotta and cook at home more often.
Looking for an Apartment in Newark?
Average 1BR: $1,476/mo · 2BR: $2,124/mo
Local Workforce
2024 · BLS QCEWTotal Jobs
349k
Median Weekly Pay
$1,699
$88k/yr
Top Sector
Trade, Transportation & Utilities
Household vs Worker Pay
$77k
household median
Employment by Sector — Newark
% of local workforce · avg weekly wage · 5-year growth trend
~$81k/yr
~$66k/yr
~$118k/yr
~$42k/yr
~$164k/yr
Source: BLS QCEW 2024 Annual · County FIPS 34013
Highest Paying Sector
Financial Activities
$3,162/wk · $164k/yr
Most Workers (lowest wage)
Leisure & Hospitality
$804/wk · $42k/yr
Newsletter
Get the Monthly Price Report
We track gas, groceries, and rent so you know what's coming before it hits your wallet. One email, once a month, no spam.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime. Data updated monthly from FRED, Zillow, AAA.
How does Newark compare to other New Jersey cities?
Compare Cities Side by Side →