Waukegan, Illinois vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 70.7% more expensive than Waukegan, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $110,946 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukegan, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Waukegan, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
204% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Waukegan, Illinois
Waukegan, IL vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Waukegan, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
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  70.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  277.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.8% higher
  Commute
  76.9% higher
  Health
  3.4% higher
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  Personal
  2.4% lower
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