Racine, Wisconsin vs. Paterson, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paterson, New Jersey is 46.3% more expensive than Racine, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $73,134 in Paterson, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Racine, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paterson, New Jersey is more expensive than Racine, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Paterson
than in Racine, Wisconsin
Racine, WI vs. Paterson, NJ
Compared to Racine, Paterson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.3% 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
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  168.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.9% higher
  Commute
  58.8% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.5% higher