Seattle, Washington vs. Avenel, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Avenel, New Jersey is 31.6% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $34,178 in Avenel, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Avenel, New Jersey is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Avenel
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Avenel, NJ
Compared to Seattle, Avenel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.6% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  67.3% higher
  Commute
  3.5% higher
  Health
  12.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower