Austin, Texas vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 11.6% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $74,767 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
31% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Austin, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% 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
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% higher
  Commute
  39.9% higher
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher