salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,109
$2,946
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$2,132
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$105,380
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$566,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$8,627
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$127
👥 People living there
185,604
294,078
Commute to work
26.1 min
36.8 min
College degree
40.8%
54.8%
Own their home
54.1%
27.9%
Below poverty line
15%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.3%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Jersey City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Jersey City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $96,900 | +66% in Jersey City |
| Operations Manager | $105,640 | $157,000 | +49% in Jersey City |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $74,300 | +44% in Jersey City |
| Firefighter | $75,710 | $106,420 | +41% in Jersey City |
| Plumber | $57,760 | $78,610 | +36% in Jersey City |
| Electrician | $58,630 | $79,020 | +35% in Jersey City |
| HVAC Technician | $58,040 | $77,990 | +34% in Jersey City |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $109,720 | +33% in Jersey City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Jersey City cheaper to live in?
Fort Lauderdale and Jersey City cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Jersey City to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $59,163 a year gives the same standard of living in Jersey City.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Jersey City?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $105,380 in Jersey City, 15% more in Jersey City.
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