Elkins, West Virginia vs. Old Forge, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Old Forge, New York is 29.8% more expensive than Elkins, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $64,889 in Old Forge, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkins, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Old Forge, New York is more expensive than Elkins, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
160% more expensive in Old Forge
than in Elkins, West Virginia
Elkins, WV vs. Old Forge, NY
Compared to Elkins, Old Forge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% higher
      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
  10.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  105.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.9% higher
  Commute
  53.6% higher
  Health
  16.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher