Chico, California vs. Newark, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newark, New Jersey is 7.2% more expensive than Chico, California.

You would need a salary of $53,624 in Newark, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Chico, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, New Jersey is more expensive than Chico, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
83% more expensive in Newark
than in Chico, California
Chico, CA vs. Newark, NJ
Compared to Chico, Newark is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  83.9% higher
  Health
  18.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% higher

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