Barrington, Illinois vs. South Toms River, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Toms River, New Jersey is 23.2% cheaper than Barrington, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $57,588 in South Toms River, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Barrington, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Toms River, New Jersey is cheaper than Barrington, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in South Toms River
than in Barrington, Illinois
Barrington, IL vs. South Toms River, NJ
Compared to Barrington, South Toms River is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.2% lower
      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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% higher
  Commute
  30.4% lower
  Health
  11.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% lower