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REDLANDS vs. MONROE TOWNSHIP (MIDDLESEX COUNTY)
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Redlands, California vs. Monroe township (Middlesex County), New Jersey

Q: What is a pro or con of living in Monroe township (Middlesex County), New Jerseycompared to Redlands, California?

Transportation is 52% more expensive in Monroe township (Middlesex County).

Q: What salary do I need to live in Monroe township (Middlesex County), New Jersey copmared to Redlands, California?

A salary of $75,000 in Redlands, California should increase to $80,261 in Monroe township (Middlesex County), New Jersey (assumptions include Homeowner, no Child Care, and Taxes are not considered.

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe township (Middlesex County), New Jersey is 7.0% more expensive than Redlands, California.

You would need a salary of $80,261 in Monroe township (Middlesex County), New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Redlands, California.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Monroe township (Middlesex County), New Jersey is more expensive than Redlands, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Transportation
52% more expensive in Monroe township (Middlesex County)
than in Redlands, California

Redlands, CA vs. Monroe Township (Middlesex County), NJ

Compared to Redlands, Monroe Township (Middlesex County) is:

Homeowner

No Child Care, Taxes not Considered

7.0% higher

Child Care, Taxes not Considered

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Renter

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4.9% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

11.5% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

3.8% lower

Commute

52.2% higher

Health

14.0% higher

Taxes

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Childcare

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Personal

8.6% higher

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Redlands, California vs. Monroe township (Middlesex County), New Jersey

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Redlands, CA vs. Monroe Township (Middlesex County), NJ

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