Lancaster, Pennsylvania vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 58.2% more expensive than Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $53,774 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Lancaster, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
223% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Lancaster, PA vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Lancaster, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
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  58.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  261.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  70.6% higher
  Health
  11.2% lower
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  Personal
  8.4% higher
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