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CARY vs. JERSEY CITY
Cost of Living Comparison
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Cary, North Carolina vs. Jersey City, New Jersey
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is
26.7%
more expensive
than Cary, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$126,667
in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Cary, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is
more expensive
than Cary, North Carolina
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
77% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Cary, North Carolina
Cary, NC vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Cary, Jersey City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
26.7% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
4.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
30.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.8% higher
Commute
77.9% higher
Health
5.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.0% higher
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