Newark, New Jersey vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 23.1% cheaper than Newark, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $76,873 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than Newark, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Newark, New Jersey
Newark, NJ vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Newark, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.1% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% lower
  Commute
  46.6% lower
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.7% lower