Richmond, Virginia vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 50.3% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $127,721 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Richmond, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
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  50.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.1% higher
  Commute
  84.1% higher
  Health
  0.4% higher
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  Personal
  2.1% higher
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