Cost of Living Calculator - Elgin, Illinois vs Newark, New Jersey


The cost of living in Newark, New Jersey is 34.1% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $67,031 in Newark, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, New Jersey is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Newark
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs Newark, NJ
Compared to Elgin, Newark is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.1% 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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% higher
  Commute
  71.7% higher
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% higher

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