Boston, Massachusetts vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 5.9% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $305,889 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Jersey City
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Boston, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
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  5.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  16.6% higher
  Health
  11.0% higher
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  Personal
  16.7% lower
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