Updated 2026-03-25

Tariff Impact in New Jersey

How current U.S. tariffs affect households in New Jersey (NJ).

$1,620
Avg Annual Household Cost
1.9%
Share of Median Income
#6
Ranking (out of 50)

State Profile

Median Household Income$85,245
Import Exposurehigh
Top IndustriesPharmaceuticals, Finance, Logistics
Monthly Tariff Cost$135/month

Port Newark is a major East Coast import gateway.

Estimated Impact by Category

📱 Electronics
+8.5%
👕 Clothing & Apparel
+20%
🍎 Food & Groceries
+2.6%
🚗 Automobiles
+10.5%
🏠 Home Appliances
+15%
🧸 Toys & Games
+8%
🛋️ Furniture
+12%

Compare with Similar States

MAMassachusetts
$1,640
CTConnecticut
$1,620
AKAlaska
$1,580
WAWashington
$1,580

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Source: Tax Foundation, Yale Budget Lab, U.S. Census Bureau (March 2026).