Newark, New Jersey vs. Decatur, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Georgia is 17.1% cheaper than Newark, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $41,450 in Decatur, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Georgia is cheaper than Newark, New Jersey
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
23% cheaper in Decatur
than in Newark, New Jersey
Newark, NJ vs. Decatur, GA
Compared to Newark, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  112.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  23.6% lower
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% lower