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NEWARK vs. JERSEY CITY
Cost of Living Comparison
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Newark, New Jersey vs. Jersey City, New Jersey
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is
17.6%
more expensive
than Newark, New Jersey.
You would need a salary of
$35,277
in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is
more expensive
than Newark, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Newark, New Jersey
Newark, NJ vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Newark, Jersey City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.6% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
4.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
83.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.9% lower
Commute
1.5% lower
Health
0.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.0% lower
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