Detroit, Michigan vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 62.8% more expensive than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $81,398 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
672% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Detroit, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
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  62.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  21.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  804.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  24.7% higher
  Commute
  13.8% lower
  Health
  21.8% higher
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  Personal
  11.0% higher
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