Hackensack, NJ vs Springdale, NJ

Springdale is moderately more affordable than Hackensack, with a 13.7% lower cost of living index. Hackensack scores 124 compared to 109 for Springdale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hackensack can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hackensack is $1,794/month compared to $1,193/month in Springdale — a 50% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Springdale has cheaper rent, Hackensack actually has lower median home values ($370,300 vs $454,200).

Median household income in Hackensack is $82,212 compared to $179,531 in Springdale (-54.2%). Springdale offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hackensack spend roughly 26.2% of their income on rent, more than the 8% in Springdale.