Bergenfield, NJ vs Glen Rock, NJ

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Bergenfield is 20.8% cheaper than Glen Rock. With a cost index of 131 vs 165, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Bergenfield to Glen Rock should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bergenfield is $1,744/month compared to $1,938/month in Glen Rock — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bergenfield is more affordable at $469,200 median vs $817,300.

Median household income in Bergenfield is $124,083 compared to $210,369 in Glen Rock (-41%). While Glen Rock is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bergenfield spend roughly 16.9% of their income on rent, more than the 11.1% in Glen Rock.