Houston, Texas vs. Scotch Plains, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scotch Plains, New Jersey is 51.0% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $75,497 in Scotch Plains, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scotch Plains, New Jersey is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
151% more expensive in Scotch Plains
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Scotch Plains, NJ
Compared to Houston, Scotch Plains is:
  Homeowner
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  51.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  163.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.3% higher
  Commute
  27.8% higher
  Health
  2.5% higher
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  Personal
  7.2% higher
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