Bergenfield, NJ vs Westwood, NJ

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Bergenfield is 17.7% cheaper than Westwood. With a cost index of 131 vs 159, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Bergenfield to Westwood should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bergenfield is $1,744/month compared to $2,351/month in Westwood — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bergenfield is more affordable at $469,200 median vs $587,700.

Median household income in Bergenfield is $124,083 compared to $169,026 in Westwood (-26.6%). While Westwood 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 16.7% in Westwood.