Sterling, Virginia vs. Secaucus, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Secaucus, New Jersey is 4.4% more expensive than Sterling, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $36,557 in Secaucus, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Secaucus, New Jersey is more expensive than Sterling, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
19% more expensive in Secaucus
than in Sterling, Virginia
Sterling, VA vs. Secaucus, NJ
Compared to Sterling, Secaucus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.4% higher
  Commute
  19.6% higher
  Health
  2.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% lower