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Cost of Living Calculator - Scranton, Pennsylvania vs Newark, New Jersey

The cost of living in Newark, New Jersey is 55.4% more expensive than Scranton, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $155,443 in Newark, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, New Jersey is more expensive than Scranton, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
184% more expensive in Newark
than in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Scranton, PA vs Newark, NJ
Compared to Scranton, Newark is:
  Homeowner
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  55.4% higher
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  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  281.1% higher
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  Utilities
  15.4% higher
  Commute
  78.4% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
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  Personal
  14.1% higher
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