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
$3,405
$2,946
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$2,132
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$105,380
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$566,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$8,627
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$127
👥 People living there
311,690
294,078
Commute to work
24.7 min
36.8 min
College degree
70.6%
54.8%
Own their home
44.5%
27.9%
Below poverty line
10.8%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Jersey City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Jersey City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $47,610 | +33% in Jersey City |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $157,000 | +25% in Jersey City |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $100,520 | +21% in Jersey City |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $105,540 | -13% in Jersey City |
| Accountant | $94,360 | $105,650 | +12% in Jersey City |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $119,720 | -12% in Jersey City |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $109,720 | -11% in Jersey City |
| Plumber | $71,110 | $78,610 | +11% in Jersey City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Jersey City cheaper to live in?
Irvine 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 Irvine?
About $59,470 a year gives the same standard of living in Jersey City.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Jersey City?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $105,380 in Jersey City, 40% more in Irvine.