Chicago, Illinois vs. Holmdel, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Holmdel, New Jersey is 46.3% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $119,946 in Holmdel, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Holmdel, New Jersey is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
205% more expensive in Holmdel
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Holmdel, NJ
Compared to Chicago, Holmdel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.3% 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
  13.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  183.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  18.6% lower
  Health
  11.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher