salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Newark to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,498
$1,867
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,339
$1,573
💵 Families earn per year
$88,371
$56,147
🔑 Buying a house
$921,200
$373,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,050
$7,262
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$143
👥 People living there
3,857,263
310,178
Commute to work
30.7 min
32.6 min
College degree
38.5%
19.7%
Own their home
36%
24.4%
Below poverty line
16.5%
23.4%
Unemployment
8.2%
11.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Los Angeles for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Newark for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Los Angeles | Newark | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $47,610 | +33% in Newark |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $157,000 | +25% in Newark |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $100,520 | +21% in Newark |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $105,540 | -13% in Newark |
| Accountant | $94,360 | $105,650 | +12% in Newark |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $119,720 | -12% in Newark |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $109,720 | -11% in Newark |
| Plumber | $71,110 | $78,610 | +11% in Newark |
Frequently asked questions
Is Los Angeles or Newark cheaper to live in?
Los Angeles and Newark cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Newark to match $60,000 in Los Angeles?
About $59,470 a year gives the same standard of living in Newark.
Where do people earn more, Los Angeles or Newark?
The typical household earns $88,371 in Los Angeles and $56,147 in Newark, 57% more in Los Angeles.