salaryDurham is 15% 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
$1,797
$2,946
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$2,132
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$105,380
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$566,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$8,627
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$127
👥 People living there
291,467
294,078
Commute to work
22.3 min
36.8 min
College degree
57.3%
54.8%
Own their home
52.3%
27.9%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.6%
Unemployment
3.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Jersey City for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Jersey City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $106,420 | +177% in Jersey City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $96,900 | +89% in Jersey City |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $105,540 | +76% in Jersey City |
| Lawyer | $132,790 | $208,880 | +57% in Jersey City |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $74,300 | +44% in Jersey City |
| Operations Manager | $113,930 | $157,000 | +38% in Jersey City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,230 | $47,610 | +35% in Jersey City |
| Electrician | $59,220 | $79,020 | +33% in Jersey City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Jersey City cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $2,946 in Jersey City.
What salary do I need in Jersey City to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $69,218 a year gives the same standard of living in Jersey City.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Jersey City?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $105,380 in Jersey City, 16% more in Jersey City.