Chicago, Illinois vs. Paterson, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paterson, New Jersey is 9.5% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $65,698 in Paterson, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paterson, New Jersey is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Paterson
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Paterson, NJ
Compared to Chicago, Paterson is:
  Homeowner
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  9.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  24.4% higher
  Commute
  1.7% lower
  Health
  15.0% higher
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  Personal
  0.6% higher
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