Washington, New York vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 10.9% more expensive than Washington, New York.

You would need a salary of $83,180 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Washington, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Washington, New York
Washington, NY vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Washington, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.9% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  32.0% higher
  Health
  21.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher

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