Newark, New Jersey vs. Red Oak, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Red Oak, Texas is 15.8% cheaper than Newark, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $42,101 in Red Oak, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Red Oak, Texas is cheaper than Newark, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Red Oak
than in Newark, New Jersey
Newark, NJ vs. Red Oak, TX
Compared to Newark, Red Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  23.1% lower
  Health
  3.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% lower