Jersey City, New Jersey vs. Denver, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Denver, Colorado is 11.5% cheaper than Jersey City, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $115,055 in Denver, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Denver, Colorado is cheaper than Jersey City, New Jersey
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
37% cheaper in Denver
than in Jersey City, New Jersey
Jersey City, NJ vs. Denver, CO
Compared to Jersey City, Denver is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.5% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.0% lower
  Commute
  24.5% lower
  Health
  15.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower