Plano, Texas vs. Highland Park, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Highland Park, New Jersey is 12.2% more expensive than Plano, Texas.

You would need a salary of $56,095 in Highland Park, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Plano, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Highland Park, New Jersey is more expensive than Plano, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
54% more expensive in Highland Park
than in Plano, Texas
Plano, TX vs. Highland Park, NJ
Compared to Plano, Highland Park is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  54.9% higher
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.6% higher