McKee City, NJ vs South Toms River, NJ

McKee City is moderately more affordable than South Toms River, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. McKee City scores 107 compared to 123 for South Toms River, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of South Toms River can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in McKee City is $1,745/month compared to $2,019/month in South Toms River — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: McKee City is more affordable at $232,000 median vs $269,200.

Median household income in McKee City is $81,667 compared to $101,466 in South Toms River (-19.5%). While South Toms River is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of McKee City spend roughly 25.6% of their income on rent, more than the 23.9% in South Toms River.