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CHICAGO vs. JERSEY CITY
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Jersey City, New Jersey
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is
34.5%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$228,566
in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Chicago, Jersey City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.5% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
11.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
111.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
20.6% higher
Commute
11.0% higher
Health
13.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.3% higher
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