Greentree, NJ vs South Toms River, NJ

South Toms River is moderately more affordable than Greentree, with a 13.3% lower cost of living index. Greentree scores 139 compared to 123 for South Toms River, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Greentree can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Greentree is $2,269/month compared to $2,019/month in South Toms River — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: South Toms River is more affordable at $269,200 median vs $419,800.

Median household income in Greentree is $144,426 compared to $101,466 in South Toms River (+42.3%). While Greentree is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greentree spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, less than the 23.9% in South Toms River.