salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New York to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,946
$2,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,132
$2,016
💵 Families earn per year
$105,380
$86,801
🔑 Buying a house
$566,900
$777,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
112.6
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,627
$6,547
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$132
👥 People living there
294,078
8,483,844
Commute to work
36.8 min
40.3 min
College degree
54.8%
41.6%
Own their home
27.9%
32.8%
Below poverty line
15.6%
17.9%
Unemployment
5.5%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Jersey City for higher incomes, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick New York for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jersey City | New York | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $119,720 | $119,720 | 0% in New York |
| Nurse Practitioner | $163,340 | $163,340 | 0% in New York |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,910 | $75,910 | 0% in New York |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,270 | $49,270 | 0% in New York |
| Medical Assistant | $48,370 | $48,370 | 0% in New York |
| Pharmacist | $141,320 | $141,320 | 0% in New York |
| Physician Assistant | $167,650 | $167,650 | 0% in New York |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,720 | $109,720 | 0% in New York |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jersey City or New York cheaper to live in?
Jersey City and New York cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New York to match $60,000 in Jersey City?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in New York.
Where do people earn more, Jersey City or New York?
The typical household earns $105,380 in Jersey City and $86,801 in New York, 21% more in Jersey City.