Robertsville, NJ Utility & Living Guide

⚡ Featured Deal

Essentials for Your New Home

🛒 Shop This Deal Now

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Tier 3 Location

Robertsville, NJ Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 29, 2026
Total Utilities$305/mo
1BR Rent$2165/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$613,000
📷 Live Cameras — Robertsville
Live camera
Live · refreshing...
🌤️ Live Weather — Robertsville
Loading weather...
⚠️ Natural Hazard History — Robertsville
Loading hazard data...
💼 Calculate Your Future Retirement Income

Moving Your Assets to Robertsville?

Moving to Robertsville? Find out how much retirement income you could generate based on your current savings, age, and goals. Calculate Your Retirement Income → Free · Takes 2 minutes · No personal data required
💰 Budget Calculator
🔌 Utilities
🏠 Housing
📊 Cost of Living
💰 Taxes
👨‍👩‍👧 Families
🧮 Tools

Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L)
🔥 Gas

$50/mo

New Jersey Natural Gas
💧 Water

$45/mo

Robertsville Water Authority
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$2165/mo
2 Bedrooms$2406/mo
3 Bedrooms$3007/mo
Median Home Price$613,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

The housing market in Robertsville is competitive, with steady demand for single-family homes. Prices have risen moderately over the past few years due to its desirable location and good schools.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 6.625% + County 0.875% + City 0%</p>

New Jersey has a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 1.4% to 10.75%.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in healthcare, retail, and professional services.
Top Local Concerns
Property taxes, traffic congestion, school funding
🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but bus routes are accessible with strollers. Sidewalks are well-maintained in most areas.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Robertsville Park
  • 🎯
    Monmouth County Library
  • 🎯
    Allaire State Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Oakwood area is popular for families due to its top-rated schools and parks. The downtown area offers walkability and community events.

Household Budget Calculator

Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Robertsville based on your household profile.

Financial Tools

Calculators
Planning Tools

Find Another City Guide

Search by city name or ZIP code to find utility costs, housing data and cost of living guides.

📊 Robertsville — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$188,068
👤 Median Age
39.4
🏠 Homeownership Rate
91.7%
🔑 Renter Rate
8.3%
📉 Poverty Rate
2.3%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.2%
📡 Internet Access
95.8%
🎓 College Educated
50.0%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Electricity costs peak in summer due to air conditioning use, while gas bills rise in winter for heating. Water usage remains relatively stable year-round.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rate of 1.2%, no local surtaxes specific to Robertsville county.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10 with explanation: Sidewalks are generally good, parks are accessible, but public transit lacks elevators in some stations.

📰 Latest NJ Stories
New Jersey Living Report — July 27, 2026

New Jersey Living Report — July 27, 2026

It is a state that often battles a reputation for high taxes and traffic jams, yet New Jersey...

Read more →
New Jersey Living Report — July 26, 2026

New Jersey Living Report — July 26, 2026

New Jersey has long shouldered a reputation for high taxes and traffic jams, but for anyone thinking of...

Read more →
New Jersey Living Report — July 25, 2026

New Jersey Living Report — July 25, 2026

New Jersey often finds itself grappling with a reputation for high tolls and dense suburbs, but the data...

Read more →
New Jersey Living Report — July 24, 2026

New Jersey Living Report — July 24, 2026

New Jersey has long existed in the shadow of its more famous neighbor, New York City, but for...

Read more →
Amazon

Get your home essentials, storage, and moving supplies delivered.

Shop Moving Essentials

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.