North Chicago, Illinois vs. Newark, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newark, New Jersey is 56.0% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $218,450 in Newark, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, New Jersey is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
169% more expensive in Newark
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs. Newark, NJ
Compared to North Chicago, Newark is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.0% higher
      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
  10.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  172.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.4% higher
  Commute
  115.6% higher
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher