Newark, New Jersey vs. Sarasota, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sarasota, Florida is 16.2% cheaper than Newark, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $33,138 in Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sarasota, Florida is cheaper than Newark, New Jersey
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% cheaper in Sarasota
than in Newark, New Jersey
Newark, NJ vs. Sarasota, FL
Compared to Newark, Sarasota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.4% lower
  Commute
  41.8% lower
  Health
  2.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% lower