Boise City, Idaho vs. Newark, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newark, New Jersey is 5.4% more expensive than Boise City, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $79,056 in Newark, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Boise City, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, New Jersey is more expensive than Boise City, Idaho
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
84% more expensive in Newark
than in Boise City, Idaho
Boise City, ID vs. Newark, NJ
Compared to Boise City, Newark is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.8% higher
  Commute
  84.7% higher
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.3% higher