Salem, Oregon vs. New Brunswick, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Brunswick, New Jersey is 12.1% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $307,180 in New Brunswick, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Brunswick, New Jersey is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% more expensive in New Brunswick
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. New Brunswick, NJ
Compared to Salem, New Brunswick is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  44.3% higher
  Commute
  39.0% higher
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.0% higher