| | Paterson, NJ | East Orange, NJ | United States |
| Overall | 124.8 | 135.0 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 103.4 | 102.5 | 100 |
| Health | 101.2 | 99.1 | 100 |
| Housing | 121.4 | 118.6 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $391,600 | $365,300 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 11,540.0% | 11,410.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 136.1 | 153.5 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 102.0 | 110.1 | 100 |
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