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Cost of Living Calculator - Newark, New Jersey vs Lake Forest, California

The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is 34.3% more expensive than Newark, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $100,713 in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is more expensive than Newark, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Newark, New Jersey
Newark, NJ vs Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Newark, Lake Forest is:
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  34.3% higher
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  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  170.6% higher
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  Utilities
  11.0% lower
  Commute
  28.5% lower
  Health
  5.8% lower
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  Personal
  9.2% lower
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