Merced, California vs. Rumson, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rumson, New Jersey is 126.3% more expensive than Merced, California.

You would need a salary of $113,138 in Rumson, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rumson, New Jersey is more expensive than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
342% more expensive in Rumson
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. Rumson, NJ
Compared to Merced, Rumson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  126.3% higher
      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
  14.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  414.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% lower
  Commute
  17.4% higher
  Health
  19.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.4% higher