Hackensack, NJ vs North Arlington, NJ

Hackensack, NJ and North Arlington, NJ have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.9% difference in their overall index. Hackensack scores 124 while North Arlington scores 129 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 Hackensack is $1,794/month compared to $1,706/month in North Arlington — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while North Arlington has cheaper rent, Hackensack actually has lower median home values ($370,300 vs $464,700).

Median household income in Hackensack is $82,212 compared to $101,493 in North Arlington (-19%). While North Arlington is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hackensack spend roughly 26.2% of their income on rent, more than the 20.2% in North Arlington.