Chicago, Illinois vs. Fort Lee, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Lee, New Jersey is 38.1% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $110,466 in Fort Lee, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Lee, New Jersey is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
93% more expensive in Fort Lee
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Fort Lee, NJ
Compared to Chicago, Fort Lee is:
  Homeowner
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  38.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  153.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.3% higher
  Commute
  12.1% higher
  Health
  11.3% higher
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  Personal
  6.9% higher
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