salaryGlendale is 12% 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
$1,864
$2,946
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$2,132
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$105,380
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$566,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$8,627
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$127
👥 People living there
252,833
294,078
Commute to work
27.7 min
36.8 min
College degree
24.3%
54.8%
Own their home
57.2%
27.9%
Below poverty line
15.1%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Jersey City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Jersey City cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $2,946 in Jersey City.
What salary do I need in Jersey City to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $67,084 a year gives the same standard of living in Jersey City.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Jersey City?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $105,380 in Jersey City, 25% more in Jersey City.