Syracuse, New York vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 71.7% more expensive than Syracuse, New York.

You would need a salary of $185,436 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Syracuse, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Syracuse, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
240% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Syracuse, New York
Syracuse, NY vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Syracuse, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  71.7% 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
  11.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  450.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  80.2% higher
  Health
  15.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% higher