Des Moines, Iowa vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 83.5% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $119,263 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
214% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Des Moines, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
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  83.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  244.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  24.9% higher
  Commute
  105.8% higher
  Health
  2.7% lower
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  Personal
  19.3% higher
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