Newark, New Jersey vs. Glen Allen, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Glen Allen, Virginia is 12.8% cheaper than Newark, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $44,480 in Glen Allen, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Glen Allen, Virginia is cheaper than Newark, New Jersey
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
45% cheaper in Glen Allen
than in Newark, New Jersey
Newark, NJ vs. Glen Allen, VA
Compared to Newark, Glen Allen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.0% lower
  Commute
  46.0% lower
  Health
  1.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% lower