Cost of living in Valencia (Spain) is 27% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States)
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| Food in Valencia (Spain) is 15% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Valencia (Spain) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| €14 ($17) | $16 | 10% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| €8 ($9) | $9 | 6% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| €3.06 ($3.64) | $4.47 | 19% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| €0.84 ($1.00) | $1.07 | 6% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| €2.41 ($2.87) | $3.00 | 4% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| €1.45 ($1.72) | $3.28 | 48% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| €5.57 ($7) | $4.96 | 34% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| €1.56 ($1.85) | $3.11 | 40% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| €1.09 ($1.29) | $1.07 | 21% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| €0.86 ($1.03) | $1.89 | 45% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| €5.09 ($6) | $15 | 59% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| €1.56 ($1.85) | $1.97 | 6% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| €0.89 ($1.06) | $2.04 | 48% |
| Housing in Valencia (Spain) is 43% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
| Valencia (Spain) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| €968 ($1,152) | $2,140 | 46% |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| €699 ($832) | $1,593 | 48% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| €135 ($160) | $209 | 23% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| €692 ($824) | $1,510 | 45% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| €451 ($537) | $1,174 | 54% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| €84 ($100) | $148 | 33% |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| €27 ($32) | $57 | 43% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| €339 ($404) | $419 | 4% |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| €81 ($97) | $100 | 3% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| €6 ($7) | $15 | 53% |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| €10 ($12) | $15 | 19% |
| Clothes in Valencia (Spain) is 20% more expensive than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
| Valencia (Spain) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| €74 ($88) | $44 | 99% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| €30 ($36) | $36 | 2% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| €81 ($97) | $78 | 24% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| €83 ($99) | $101 | 2% |
| Transportation in Valencia (Spain) is 25% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
| Valencia (Spain) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| €25,985 ($30,942) | $22,165 | 40% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| €1.15 ($1.37) | $0.64 | 114% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| €34 ($41) | $85 | 52% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| €16 ($19) | $33 | 43% |
| Personal Care in Valencia (Spain) is 43% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
| Valencia (Spain) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| €7 ($8) | $10 | 16% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| €5.92 ($7) | $21 | 66% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| €61 ($73) | $124 | 41% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| €5.01 ($5.97) | $10 | 39% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| €2.79 ($3.32) | $3.45 | 4% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| €3.04 ($3.62) | $5.59 | 35% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| €1.18 ($1.41) | $5.14 | 73% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| €1.43 ($1.71) | $1.80 | 5% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| €13 ($16) | $24 | 36% |
| Entertainment in Valencia (Spain) is 7% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
| Valencia (Spain) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| €30 ($36) | $55 | 34% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| €17 ($21) | $26 | 21% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| €62 ($74) | $155 | 52% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| €40 ($47) | $65 | 27% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| €11 ($13) | $10 | 28% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| €2.73 ($3.25) | $4.12 | 21% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| €3.41 ($4.06) | $5.16 | 21% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| €469 ($559) | $430 | 30% |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| €0.18 ($0.21) | $0.10 | 117% |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| €42 ($50) | $36 | 39% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| €5.04 ($6) | $9 | 35% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $6,500 in Newark, New Jersey you would need to make just about $4,751 (€3,990) in Valencia.