Worcester, Massachusetts vs. New Paltz, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Paltz, New York is 8.7% cheaper than Worcester, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $65,766 in New Paltz, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Paltz, New York is cheaper than Worcester, Massachusetts
• Overall1 is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Overall1
7% cheaper in New Paltz
than in Worcester, Massachusetts
Worcester, MA vs. New Paltz, NY
Compared to Worcester, New Paltz is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  16.0% higher
  Health
  30.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% lower