Elmer, New Jersey vs. Laurel, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Mississippi is 26.4% cheaper than Elmer, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $55,215 in Laurel, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Elmer, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Mississippi is cheaper than Elmer, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Laurel
than in Elmer, New Jersey
Elmer, NJ vs. Laurel, MS
Compared to Elmer, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.4% lower
      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
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.9% lower
  Commute
  35.5% lower
  Health
  7.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower