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Cost of Living Calculator - San Francisco, California vs Plainfield, New Jersey

The cost of living in Plainfield, New Jersey is 50.9% cheaper than San Francisco, California.

You would need a salary of $49,057 in Plainfield, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plainfield, New Jersey is cheaper than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Plainfield
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs Plainfield, NJ
Compared to San Francisco, Plainfield is:
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  50.9% lower
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  11.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.9% lower
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  Utilities
  17.6% higher
  Commute
  9.0% lower
  Health
  15.1% lower
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  Personal
  10.7% lower
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