Plainfield, New Jersey vs. Moscow, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Moscow, Idaho is 17.0% cheaper than Plainfield, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $41,479 in Moscow, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Plainfield, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Moscow, Idaho is cheaper than Plainfield, New Jersey
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
54% cheaper in Moscow
than in Plainfield, New Jersey
Plainfield, NJ vs. Moscow, ID
Compared to Plainfield, Moscow is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.0% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.5% lower
  Commute
  54.9% lower
  Health
  10.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% lower