salaryVancouver is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,946
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,132
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$105,380
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$566,900
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
112.6
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,627
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$105
👥 People living there
294,078
195,300
Commute to work
36.8 min
23.2 min
College degree
54.8%
32.3%
Own their home
27.9%
50.8%
Below poverty line
15.6%
10.2%
Unemployment
5.5%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Jersey City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Vancouver for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jersey City | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $79,020 | $105,090 | +33% in Vancouver |
| Plumber | $78,610 | $101,010 | +28% in Vancouver |
| Lawyer | $208,880 | $155,330 | -26% in Vancouver |
| Operations Manager | $157,000 | $121,050 | -23% in Vancouver |
| Firefighter | $106,420 | $85,170 | -20% in Vancouver |
| Pharmacist | $141,320 | $168,830 | +19% in Vancouver |
| HVAC Technician | $77,990 | $65,260 | -16% in Vancouver |
| Medical Assistant | $48,370 | $56,240 | +16% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jersey City or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Vancouver is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,894 a month there versus $2,946 in Jersey City.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Jersey City?
About $56,193 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Jersey City or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $105,380 in Jersey City and $87,723 in Vancouver, 20% more in Jersey City.