Paterson, New Jersey vs. Hollywood, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hollywood, Florida is 3.7% cheaper than Paterson, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $48,172 in Hollywood, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Paterson, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hollywood, Florida is cheaper than Paterson, New Jersey
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
44% cheaper in Hollywood
than in Paterson, New Jersey
Paterson, NJ vs. Hollywood, FL
Compared to Paterson, Hollywood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.2% lower
  Commute
  1.2% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower