Fort Lee, NJ vs Tinton Falls, NJ

Fort Lee, NJ and Tinton Falls, NJ have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.2% difference in their overall index. Fort Lee scores 142 while Tinton Falls scores 141 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 Fort Lee is $2,255/month compared to $2,103/month in Tinton Falls — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Tinton Falls has cheaper rent, Fort Lee actually has lower median home values ($422,200 vs $458,300).

Median household income in Fort Lee is $105,535 compared to $113,844 in Tinton Falls (-7.3%). Tinton Falls offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fort Lee spend roughly 25.6% of their income on rent, more than the 22.2% in Tinton Falls.