Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
43% cheaper
Murfreesboro is 43% more affordable than Jersey City. A $75,000 salary in Jersey City is equivalent to $43,056 in Murfreesboro.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Jersey City has a housing index of 249 while Murfreesboro sits at 85 (national average = 100). The median home in Jersey City costs $540,000 compared to $325,000 in Murfreesboro, a difference of $215,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,600 in Jersey City versus $1,350 in Murfreesboro.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Jersey City scores 105 while Murfreesboro scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Jersey City (106) are higher than Murfreesboro (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Jersey City is $80,820 compared to $55,200 in Murfreesboro. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Murfreesboro.
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