Rockville, Maryland vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 3.4% more expensive than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $77,579 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Rockville, Maryland
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
25% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Rockville, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  14.8% higher
  Health
  14.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher