Elizabeth, New Jersey vs. Plano, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plano, Texas is 9.0% cheaper than Elizabeth, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $45,496 in Plano, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plano, Texas is cheaper than Elizabeth, New Jersey
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Plano
than in Elizabeth, New Jersey
Elizabeth, NJ vs. Plano, TX
Compared to Elizabeth, Plano is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.0% lower
      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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.5% lower
  Commute
  37.3% lower
  Health
  3.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.1% lower