Long Branch, New Jersey vs. West Islip, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Islip, New York is 1.3% more expensive than Long Branch, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $6,080 in West Islip, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Long Branch, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Islip, New York is more expensive than Long Branch, New Jersey
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
27% more expensive in West Islip
than in Long Branch, New Jersey
Long Branch, NJ vs. West Islip, NY
Compared to Long Branch, West Islip is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.7% higher
  Commute
  15.7% higher
  Health
  27.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower

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