This is how much real people pay to drive in NJ — and it’s getting worse

Murphy plans to sign the NJ Turnpike Authority's 2024 budget, which includes a toll increase.

So we're looking at an average of 15 cents more on the Turnpike and 5 cents more on the Parkway. This all adds up if you're commuting on either highway.

We asked our listeners to weigh in: What's your commute in the morning? Where do you leave from and where do you drive to?

How much does it cost you? If you want to add your voice, hit us up on the NJ 101.5 app and let us know.

Here's a glimpse at some of the highest monthly payments:

Michael in Bedminster pays $390 a month

Nick in Toms River pays $590 a month taking the Parkway to the Turnpike, then to 18W

Lisa in Ocean County takes the Parkway on her commute to Brooklyn and is paying a whopping $670 a month

Jason in Tabernacle is an independent trucker and pays $38,000 for two trucks in EZ Pass for both NJ and NY

The post above reflects the thoughts and observations of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Bill Spadea. Any opinions expressed are Bill's own. Bill Spadea is on the air weekdays from 6 to 10 a.m., talkin’ Jersey, taking your calls at 1-800-283-1015.

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