Washington, District of Columbia vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 4.1% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $47,942 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Jersey City
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Washington, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  13.6% higher
  Health
  4.3% higher
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  Personal
  1.8% higher
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