Jackson, New Jersey vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 14.0% cheaper than Jackson, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $42,994 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is cheaper than Jackson, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Olathe
than in Jackson, New Jersey
Jackson, NJ vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Jackson, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.0% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  18.0% lower
  Health
  3.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% higher