New York, NY vs Jersey City, NJ

Rent & cost of living comparison

Jersey City, NJ is 21% cheaper to rent than New York, NY, with median rents of $3,117 vs $3,927. Household income is higher in Jersey City, NJ ($97,710 vs $80,483). Jersey City, NJ has a notably higher share of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher (54.8%).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents