Needham, Massachusetts vs. Jackson, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, New Jersey is 40.8% cheaper than Needham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $29,590 in Jackson, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Needham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, New Jersey is cheaper than Needham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Jackson
than in Needham, Massachusetts
Needham, MA vs. Jackson, NJ
Compared to Needham, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.8% 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
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  14.7% lower
  Health
  8.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower