Burlington, Iowa vs. Princeton, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Princeton, New Jersey is 115.6% more expensive than Burlington, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $107,787 in Princeton, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Princeton, New Jersey is more expensive than Burlington, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
699% more expensive in Princeton
than in Burlington, Iowa
Burlington, IA vs. Princeton, NJ
Compared to Burlington, Princeton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  115.6% 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
  24.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,058.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% higher
  Commute
  69.9% higher
  Health
  16.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.0% higher