Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Forked River, New Jersey


The cost of living in Forked River, New Jersey is 1.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $49,255 in Forked River, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Forked River, New Jersey is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
39% cheaper in Forked River
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Forked River, NJ
Compared to Chicago, Forked River is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% higher
  Commute
  17.5% lower
  Health
  11.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher

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