Chicago, Illinois vs. Newark, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newark, New Jersey is 14.3% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $80,037 in Newark, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, New Jersey is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Newark
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Newark, NJ
Compared to Chicago, Newark is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.0% higher
  Commute
  12.7% higher
  Health
  12.6% higher
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  Personal
  7.8% higher
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