Farmingdale, New York vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 3.2% cheaper than Farmingdale, New York.

You would need a salary of $72,587 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Farmingdale, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is cheaper than Farmingdale, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Jersey City
than in Farmingdale, New York
Farmingdale, NY vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Farmingdale, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  7.5% lower
  Health
  20.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% lower