salaryArlington is 3% 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
$2,666
$2,946
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,132
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$105,380
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$566,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$8,627
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$127
👥 People living there
236,254
294,078
Commute to work
26.2 min
36.8 min
College degree
77.1%
54.8%
Own their home
41.3%
27.9%
Below poverty line
7.4%
15.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Jersey City for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Jersey City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $106,420 | +59% in Jersey City |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $105,540 | +26% in Jersey City |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $74,300 | +22% in Jersey City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $96,900 | +22% in Jersey City |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,840 | $163,340 | +21% in Jersey City |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $119,720 | +17% in Jersey City |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $100,520 | +15% in Jersey City |
| Physician Assistant | $148,200 | $167,650 | +13% in Jersey City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Jersey City cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,666 a month there versus $2,946 in Jersey City.
What salary do I need in Jersey City to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $62,027 a year gives the same standard of living in Jersey City.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Jersey City?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $105,380 in Jersey City, 45% more in Arlington.