Wayne, New Jersey vs. Stamford, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Stamford, Connecticut is 4.6% more expensive than Wayne, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $78,452 in Stamford, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Wayne, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Stamford, Connecticut is more expensive than Wayne, New Jersey
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
92% more expensive in Stamford
than in Wayne, New Jersey
Wayne, NJ vs. Stamford, CT
Compared to Wayne, Stamford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.4% higher
  Commute
  16.2% lower
  Health
  25.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% higher