salarySpring Valley is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Spring Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,946
$1,889
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,132
$1,783
💵 Families earn per year
$105,380
$80,360
🔑 Buying a house
$566,900
$433,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
112.6
100.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,627
$2,149
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$139
👥 People living there
294,078
219,187
Commute to work
36.8 min
22.5 min
College degree
54.8%
31.4%
Own their home
27.9%
50.5%
Below poverty line
15.6%
12.2%
Unemployment
5.5%
7.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Jersey City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Spring Valley for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jersey City or Spring Valley cheaper to live in?
Spring Valley is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,889 a month there versus $2,946 in Jersey City.
What salary do I need in Spring Valley to match $60,000 in Jersey City?
About $53,292 a year gives the same standard of living in Spring Valley.
Where do people earn more, Jersey City or Spring Valley?
The typical household earns $105,380 in Jersey City and $80,360 in Spring Valley, 31% more in Jersey City.
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