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Alexa Matthews
“I’m a lifelong New Yorker who never left because… well, why would anyone!? I have access to oceans, lakes, vineyards,…”
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New York to New Jersey Move: What Google Won't Tell You
Crossing the Hudson River might be one of the shortest state to state moves on the map, but do not let the proximity fool you. Life in the Garden State comes with its own rhythm, costs, and culture that catches plenty of New Yorkers off guard once the boxes are unpacked. The gap between a Manhattan commute and a Hoboken one feels small on paper, yet the day to day differences in taxes, housing, and pace of life add up quickly. Our Snappy Scout team (Alexa & Diane) dug into the real numbers and lifestyle shifts you need to know before you start loading the moving truck.
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NY to New Jersey Distance by the Numbers
Average distance
50miles
Typical route
Major highways you'd drive to get from New York to New Jersey include the New Jersey Turnpike (I-95), the Garden State Parkway, I-78, I-287, and the Goethals Bridge / Outerbridge Crossing connectors.
Popular moving routes (approx. driving distance):
New York City, NY → Newark, NJ
~50 miles
New York City, NY → Jersey City, NJ
~50 miles
Buffalo, NY → Trenton, NJ
~350 miles
Albany, NY → Edison, NJ
~150 miles
Syracuse, NY → Cherry Hill, NJ
~300 miles
Should You Move From New York to New Jersey Quiz
Take this 10 question quiz to find out if the move to New Jersey from New York is the right call for your lifestyle and preferences.
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What kind of weather makes you happiest?
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What Does It Actually Cost to Relocate to New Jersey from NY?
Moving 50 miles from New York to New Jersey will typically cost between $2,500.00 and $5,500.00 to hire full service movers. See the breakdown below by home size.
Expected Range
$2,500.00–$5,500.00
Expected Time
1–8days
Cost by home size
Studio
$1,510.00
1 Bedroom
$2,250.00
2 Bedrooms
$3,700.00
3 Bedrooms
$5,380.00
4 Bedrooms
$7,740.00
5+ Bedrooms
$8,610.00
| Home Size | Moving Cost | Volume (ft³) | $/ft³ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,510.00 | 300 | $5.03 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,250.00 | 450 | $5 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,700.00 | 750 | $4.93 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $5,380.00 | 1,100 | $4.89 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $7,740.00 | 1,600 | $4.84 |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $8,610.00 | 1,800 | $4.78 |
How we calculated these numbers: We reached out to the owners and operators of more than a dozen nationwide moving companies to figure out how they factor in mileage, weight, volume, timing, origin & termination locations, and approximate home sizes to determine a moving estimate. The results above are what the data nerds at Snappy Scout created based on that info.
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Is New Jersey Right for Your Vibe?
Well, it depends. If you're a PTA President, Binge Shopper, or CrossFit Regular, you'll thrive in your move to New Jersey. But if you're more of a Wall Street Exec, Homesteader, or Coffee Snob, settling into your new home state may be a bit of a challenge. We scored a variety of different “personalities” on a 10-point scale to show you what to expect from a lifestyle perspective with a relocation from New York to New Jersey.
Top 3 winners and losers moving from NY to NJ
PTA Life
New York
5.5
/10
New Jersey
9
/10
New York
Giving up
Bake sales, PS 321 energy, Friday night lights
New Jersey
Gaining
Friday lights, School pride, NJEA bake sale legends
Recommended NJ cities/areas for PTA Presidents
RidgewoodSummitCherry Hill
New York
5.5
/10
New Jersey
9
/10
Shopping
New York
7.5
/10
New Jersey
8.5
/10
New York
Giving up
Saks to Supreme, sample sales, Broadway window temptation
New Jersey
Gaining
Paramus has more malls per mile than anywhere
Recommended NJ cities/areas for Binge Shoppers
ParamusShort HillsCherry Hill
New York
7.5
/10
New Jersey
8.5
/10
Fitness
New York
7
/10
New Jersey
7.5
/10
New York
Giving up
CrossFit Solace legend, waterfront WODs, Bills Mafia recovery
New Jersey
Gaining
Boxes everywhere, Seaside boardwalk runs, Asbury Park battle ropes beachside
Recommended NJ cities/areas for CrossFit Regulars
New York
7
/10
New Jersey
7.5
/10
Wall Street Life
New York
9
/10
New Jersey
6
/10
New York
Giving up
NYSE steps, power lunches at Delmonico's, Bloomberg chatter
New Jersey
Gaining
NJ Transit Midtown Direct, Summit clubs, financial district across Hudson
Recommended NJ cities/areas for Wall Street Execs
Short HillsSummitMillburn
New York
9
/10
New Jersey
6
/10
Homesteading
New York
4.5
/10
New Jersey
3
/10
New York
Giving up
Acreage exists, winters bite, Ithaca Tractor Supply runs
New Jersey
Gaining
Pine Barrens acres exist, but taxes tame off grid dreams
Recommended NJ cities/areas for Homesteaders
MontaguePilesgroveChatsworth
New York
4.5
/10
New Jersey
3
/10
Coffee Culture
New York
9.5
/10
New Jersey
8.5
/10
New York
Giving up
Third wave temples, Devocion to Joe Coffee pilgrimages
New Jersey
Gaining
Bluestone Lane, modcup roasts, Asbury Roastery beach sips
Recommended NJ cities/areas for Coffee Snobs
New York
9.5
/10
New Jersey
8.5
/10
Local Perspective
What moment, smell, or ritual captures the soul of New Jersey?
The smell of the ocean. The sound of the seagulls down the shore. The train whistles from the local commuter lines.
– Diane Briante
New Jersey Local
Lifestyle differences between living in New York and living in New Jersey
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What Eating Like a Local Looks Like in NY vs New Jersey
Eating Like a Local in New York
BECSPK is a Sunday ritual. Also, half and half is not something you put in your coffee - it's half iced tea, half lemonade, and it's basically mandatory for a beach day.
Alexa MatthewsNew York Local ExpertEating Like a Local in New Jersey
Every diner has something they're famous for. Order that. Don't order something too fancy. Avoid the red sauce unless you have inside information that it doesn't come from a can. Splurge on those amazing looking cakes or pies. And we judge diners by their fries. If their fries aren't good, we might not be back.
Diane BrianteNew Jersey Local ExpertNew Jersey looking like
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The Tax Story When Moving to New Jersey from NY
New York
New Jersey
New YorkvsNew Jersey
State Income Tax
State Income TaxProgressive 4% to 10.9%, plus NYC and Yonkers local income taxes
Progressive 1.4% to 10.75%, top rate over $1M, multiple brackets
New York
Progressive 4% to 10.9%, plus NYC and Yonkers local income taxes
VS
New Jersey
Progressive 1.4% to 10.75%, top rate over $1M, multiple brackets
Property Taxes
Property TaxesLong Island and Westchester highest, NYC lower effective rates, upstate counties moderate
North Jersey suburbs like Bergen and Essex pricier, South Jersey lower, Jersey City abatements
New York
Long Island and Westchester highest, NYC lower effective rates, upstate counties moderate
VS
New Jersey
North Jersey suburbs like Bergen and Essex pricier, South Jersey lower, Jersey City abatements
The Honest Values, Beliefs, & Politics Comparison: NY vs New Jersey
New York
New Jersey
New YorkvsNew Jersey
People
PeopleDirect, impatient in lines, generous in crises, subway savvy, opinionated, surprisingly neighborly
Direct, fast talking, proudly diverse, neighborhood loyal, bagel and pizza opinions unshakeable
New York
Direct, impatient in lines, generous in crises, subway savvy, opinionated, surprisingly neighborly
VS
New Jersey
Direct, fast talking, proudly diverse, neighborhood loyal, bagel and pizza opinions unshakeable
Politics
Deep blue statewide, NYC progressive, suburbs swingy, upstate mixed, local races unpredictable
Reliably blue statewide, GOP strength in Ocean Monmouth Sussex, suburban moderates swing
New York
Deep blue statewide, NYC progressive, suburbs swingy, upstate mixed, local races unpredictable
VS
New Jersey
Reliably blue statewide, GOP strength in Ocean Monmouth Sussex, suburban moderates swing
Religion
ReligionPlurality Christian, large Catholic, sizable Jewish in NYC, growing Muslim, Hindu, nonreligious
Largely Christian, many Catholics, notable Jewish in Lakewood and Teaneck, growing Hindu Muslim unaffiliated
New York
Plurality Christian, large Catholic, sizable Jewish in NYC, growing Muslim, Hindu, nonreligious
VS
New Jersey
Largely Christian, many Catholics, notable Jewish in Lakewood and Teaneck, growing Hindu Muslim unaffiliated
Leaving NY Weather Behind: What New Jersey Seasons Really Looks Like
SUMMER
New York
subway sauna chic (sticky in NYC, kinder in the Adirondacks)
New Jersey
boardwalk waffle iron (sticky 90s inland, ocean breeze tempers the Shore)
WINTER
New York
parka plus sass required (lake effect buries Buffalo, slush auditions in Manhattan)
New Jersey
puffer coat roulette (High Point bites, Cape May shrugs)
My Favorite Thing About Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall in New Jersey
The first day warm enough to hang out on the beach, the leaves changing in the fall - and the taste of my first Curley fries in Wildwood. The best!
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Learn More About Moving to New Jersey
By now, you're hopefully fully aware that at Snappy Scout, our moving guides aren't like the rest! Now that you've compared the aspects of leaving behind New York, take a deeper dive into the specifics of moving to New Jersey. No boring census stats... we promise! Just practical real advice from New Jersey local experts.
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