Frederick, Maryland vs. Paterson, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paterson, New Jersey is 7.8% more expensive than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $150,907 in Paterson, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paterson, New Jersey is more expensive than Frederick, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% more expensive in Paterson
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs. Paterson, NJ
Compared to Frederick, Paterson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.0% higher
  Commute
  38.7% higher
  Health
  19.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% higher