Rumson, New Jersey vs. Darien, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Darien, Connecticut is 5.2% more expensive than Rumson, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $52,590 in Darien, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Rumson, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Darien, Connecticut is more expensive than Rumson, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Darien
than in Rumson, New Jersey
Rumson, NJ vs. Darien, CT
Compared to Rumson, Darien is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.7% higher
  Commute
  15.7% higher
  Health
  29.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% higher