The Living Wage Calculator tool shows how much it really costs to afford life in NJ. ... the Living Wage Calculator says the hourly living wage for a resident with no children is $23.03 an hour.

Say your insurance costs $400 per paycheck, and you contribute $200 each pay period to your 401(k). $2,885 – $600 = $2,285. Subtract taxes withheld to determine your net or take-home pay.

Say your insurance costs $400 per paycheck, and you contribute $200 each pay period to your 401(k). $2,885 – $600 = $2,285. Subtract taxes withheld to determine your net or take-home pay.