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ALBANY vs. JERSEY CITY
Cost of Living Comparison
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Albany, New York vs. Jersey City, New Jersey
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is
49.6%
more expensive
than Albany, New York.
You would need a salary of
$231,938
in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is
more expensive
than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
118% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Albany, Jersey City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
163.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.7% higher
Commute
75.5% higher
Health
14.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.2% lower
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