Western, NY Cost of Living


0 Reviews



Download our custom City Report to see exclusive
data on cost of living, crime, climate, and more.

Western cost of living score
85.7
Less expensive
14.3% lower
than the US average
29.5% lower
than the New York average
Western, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 85.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 14.3% lower than the U.S. average and 29.5% lower than the average for New York.

Western, NY

Housing costs in Western?
A typical home costs $229,600, which is 32.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 44.5% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Western costs $990 per month, which is 30.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 98.0% more than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Western?
To live comfortably in Western, New York, a minimum annual income of $43,920 for a family, and $31,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Western?
The cost of living in Western, NY is relatively low. The housing market is affordable for those looking to buy a home, and rental prices are also quite reasonable. The area boasts many amenities such as local restaurants, parks, and stores. With the median household income being just over $45,000, residents can easily make ends meet and enjoy all that the area has to offer. Property taxes are also reasonable compared to other places in the region. All in all, Western, NY provides an excellent quality of life at an affordable cost.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWesternNew YorkUnited States
  85.7121.5100.0
  99.4103.8100
  111.3120.7100.0
  89.7127.9100.0
  $229,600$413,600$338,100
  109.8%115.9%100.0%
  91.9140.7100.0
  111.4121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Crime
Compare Western, NY cost of living
Compare food, housing, utilities, and more in Western, New York to any other city in the US.