New York, New York vs. Johannesburg, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Johannesburg, California is 41.6% cheaper than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $29,211 in Johannesburg, California to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Johannesburg, California is cheaper than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% cheaper in Johannesburg
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Johannesburg, CA
Compared to New York, Johannesburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.6% 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
  15.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.3% lower
  Commute
  43.4% lower
  Health
  15.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.8% lower