Essex, New York vs. Lake George, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake George, New York is 20.0% more expensive than Essex, New York.

You would need a salary of $59,977 in Lake George, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Essex, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake George, New York is more expensive than Essex, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Lake George
than in Essex, New York
Essex, NY vs. Lake George, NY
Compared to Essex, Lake George is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.0% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% higher
  Commute
  24.5% higher
  Health
  2.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% higher