Kingston, New York vs. Joshua Tree, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joshua Tree, California is 3.8% cheaper than Kingston, New York.

You would need a salary of $72,147 in Joshua Tree, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Kingston, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joshua Tree, California is cheaper than Kingston, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
27% cheaper in Joshua Tree
than in Kingston, New York
Kingston, NY vs. Joshua Tree, CA
Compared to Kingston, Joshua Tree is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.4% lower
  Commute
  14.0% higher
  Health
  27.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower