How Much Does Sober Living Cost in NJ?

Sober living cost is one of the first questions people ask when they plan life after treatment. In New Jersey, most sober living homes charge weekly or monthly rent, and the price depends on the location, the type of room and how structured the home is.

Average Sober Living Cost in NJ

Sober living homes in New Jersey generally cost about $500 to $2,000 per month. Shared rooms in a standard home sit at the lower to middle part of that range. Private rooms and homes with more amenities sit at the higher end.

Our Sober Living Cost in Toms River

Our homes are licensed by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs as Class F Cooperative Sober Living Residences, so you get a state-inspected, structured home at a price that fits most budgets.

What Sober Living Rent Usually Includes

What rent covers varies from home to home, so ask before you move in. Common inclusions are:

• A furnished bed and bedroom space
• Shared kitchen, living room and bathrooms
• Wi-Fi and laundry
• House meetings and drug and alcohol testing

At Ocean County Sober Living, rent covers your furnished room, Wi-Fi and laundry.

Does Insurance Cover Sober Living?

In most cases, no. Sober living is housing, not medical treatment, so health insurance generally does not pay rent at a sober living home. Treatment you attend while living there, such as an intensive outpatient program, may be covered by your insurance plan.

How People Pay for Sober Living

• Work income. Most residents work or look for work while they live in the home.
• Family support. Family members often help with the move-in fee and the first few weeks.
• Savings. Some residents use savings to cover the first month while they get settled.

Sober Living Costs to Ask About Before You Move In

• Is there a move-in fee, and is it refundable?
• Is there a security deposit?
• Are drug tests included or extra?
• Is rent due weekly or monthly?
• Are there fees for late rent or rule violations?

Sober Living Cost FAQs

How much does sober living cost per week?

Weekly rent at NJ sober living homes commonly runs from about $150 to $350 per week. Our shared rooms in Toms River are $225 per week.

Why is sober living cheaper than rehab?

Rehab includes medical and clinical staff. Sober living is a structured, drug-free home without clinical treatment, so the cost is closer to rent.

Is there a move-in fee for sober living?

Many homes charge one. Ours is $550 and includes your first week of rent.