Lafayette, Louisiana vs. Newark, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newark, New Jersey is 39.5% more expensive than Lafayette, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $83,727 in Newark, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, New Jersey is more expensive than Lafayette, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% more expensive in Newark
than in Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette, LA vs. Newark, NJ
Compared to Lafayette, Newark is:
  Homeowner
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  39.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  30.1% higher
  Commute
  53.8% higher
  Health
  13.6% lower
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  Personal
  20.8% higher
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