Newark, NJ vs Jersey City, NJ

Rent & cost of living comparison

Newark, NJ is 34% cheaper to rent than Jersey City, NJ, with median rents of $2,123 vs $3,208. Household income is higher in Jersey City, NJ ($97,710 vs $52,060). 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