salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Seattle to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,946
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,132
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$105,380
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$566,900
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
112.6
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,627
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$109
👥 People living there
294,078
754,195
Commute to work
36.8 min
26 min
College degree
54.8%
68.4%
Own their home
27.9%
43.7%
Below poverty line
15.6%
9.9%
Unemployment
5.5%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Jersey City for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Seattle for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jersey City | Seattle | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $79,020 | $101,780 | +29% in Seattle |
| Medical Assistant | $48,370 | $61,500 | +27% in Seattle |
| Cashier | $35,950 | $44,210 | +23% in Seattle |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,720 | $133,740 | +22% in Seattle |
| Plumber | $78,610 | $95,230 | +21% in Seattle |
| Lawyer | $208,880 | $164,980 | -21% in Seattle |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,610 | $57,280 | +20% in Seattle |
| Pharmacist | $141,320 | $162,870 | +15% in Seattle |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jersey City or Seattle cheaper to live in?
Jersey City and Seattle cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in Jersey City?
About $59,238 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, Jersey City or Seattle?
The typical household earns $105,380 in Jersey City and $133,583 in Seattle, 21% more in Seattle.