salaryArlington is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Jersey City to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$2,946
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,132
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$105,380
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$566,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$8,627
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$127
👥 People living there
397,742
294,078
Commute to work
26.6 min
36.8 min
College degree
32.6%
54.8%
Own their home
54.3%
27.9%
Below poverty line
12.9%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Jersey City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Jersey City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $47,610 | +97% in Jersey City |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $106,420 | +64% in Jersey City |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $74,300 | +52% in Jersey City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $96,900 | +49% in Jersey City |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | $157,000 | +41% in Jersey City |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $79,020 | +34% in Jersey City |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,240 | $100,520 | +34% in Jersey City |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $77,990 | +31% in Jersey City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Jersey City cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $2,946 in Jersey City.
What salary do I need in Jersey City to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $65,513 a year gives the same standard of living in Jersey City.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Jersey City?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $105,380 in Jersey City, 23% more in Jersey City.