salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Miami to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,946
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,132
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$105,380
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$566,900
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
112.6
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,627
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$133
👥 People living there
294,078
459,745
Commute to work
36.8 min
27.3 min
College degree
54.8%
37.4%
Own their home
27.9%
30.8%
Below poverty line
15.6%
19.4%
Unemployment
5.5%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Jersey City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Miami for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jersey City | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $96,900 | $58,300 | -40% in Miami |
| Operations Manager | $157,000 | $105,640 | -33% in Miami |
| Carpenter | $74,300 | $51,570 | -31% in Miami |
| Firefighter | $106,420 | $75,710 | -29% in Miami |
| Plumber | $78,610 | $57,760 | -27% in Miami |
| Electrician | $79,020 | $58,630 | -26% in Miami |
| HVAC Technician | $77,990 | $58,040 | -26% in Miami |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,720 | $82,780 | -25% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jersey City or Miami cheaper to live in?
Jersey City and Miami cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Jersey City?
About $60,849 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Jersey City or Miami?
The typical household earns $105,380 in Jersey City and $67,365 in Miami, 56% more in Jersey City.