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Manhattan, New York vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 34.8% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $423,906 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Jersey City
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Manhattan, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
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  34.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  10.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.6% lower
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  Utilities
  25.5% lower
  Commute
  4.5% lower
  Health
  20.4% lower
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  Personal
  28.0% lower
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