salaryRent is higher than in 90% of U.S. cities. Commutes are short, about 15.4 minutes. Most households rent (100%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $108,400 a year. That is $52 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other New Jersey cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of New Jersey. It is number 215 of 291 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fort Dix?
Share of households by yearly income. 26.7% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fort Dix
| Size | Fort Dix | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | $2,508 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,885 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,567 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fort Dix overall?
Everyday prices in New Jersey overall are 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.8, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Fort Dix, so the New Jersey figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Fort Dix
Life in Fort Dix
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Dix, NJ?
Renting in Fort Dix costs a median of about $2,710 a month in 2026, including utilities. The New Jersey median is $2,240.
How much do I need to make to live in Fort Dix?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $108,400 a year, or $52 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fort Dix cheap or expensive?
Fort Dix is rated Expensive: rent takes 32.7% of the typical household income of $99,549. It ranks 215th cheapest of 291 New Jersey cities we track.
Is Fort Dix more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in New Jersey are 9% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
7,984 people live in Fort Dix. Numbers are typical (middle) values.