Worcester, Massachusetts vs. Paterson, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paterson, New Jersey is 11.9% more expensive than Worcester, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $55,947 in Paterson, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paterson, New Jersey is more expensive than Worcester, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Paterson
than in Worcester, Massachusetts
Worcester, MA vs. Paterson, NJ
Compared to Worcester, Paterson is:
  Homeowner
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  11.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  42.7% higher
  Health
  5.3% higher
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  Personal
  1.7% higher
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