Bergenfield, NJ vs Pompton Lakes, NJ

Bergenfield, NJ and Pompton Lakes, NJ have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.9% difference in their overall index. Bergenfield scores 131 while Pompton Lakes scores 128 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bergenfield is $1,744/month compared to $1,822/month in Pompton Lakes — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bergenfield has cheaper rent, Pompton Lakes actually has lower median home values ($411,100 vs $469,200).

Median household income in Bergenfield is $124,083 compared to $119,038 in Pompton Lakes (+4.2%). While Bergenfield 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, less than the 18.4% in Pompton Lakes.