Decatur, Georgia vs. Newark, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newark, New Jersey is 20.6% more expensive than Decatur, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $85,646 in Newark, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, New Jersey is more expensive than Decatur, Georgia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
30% more expensive in Newark
than in Decatur, Georgia
Decatur, GA vs. Newark, NJ
Compared to Decatur, Newark is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  30.8% higher
  Health
  1.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.6% higher