Merrick, NY Cost of Living


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Merrick cost of living score
160.6
More expensive
60.6% higher
than the US average
32.2% higher
than the New York average
Merrick, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 160.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 60.6% higher than the U.S. average and 32.2% lower than the average for New York.

Merrick, NY

Housing costs in Merrick?
A typical home costs $725,100, which is 114.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 75.3% more expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Merrick costs $2,750 per month, which is 92.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 28.7% more than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Merrick?
To live comfortably in Merrick, New York, a minimum annual income of $138,960 for a family, and $92,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Merrick?
The cost of living in Merrick, NY is higher than the national average. People who live and work in the area can expect to pay more for housing, transportation, groceries, healthcare, and other goods and services than people living in other parts of the country. However, Merrick is an economically diverse town with a range of different income levels. The cost of living varies significantly depending on where you choose to live and what type of lifestyle you lead. For those on a tight budget, there are still plenty of options for affordable housing and living costs in Merrick.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMerrickNew YorkUnited States
  160.6121.5100.0
  108.2103.8100
  125.8120.7100.0
  218.8127.9100.0
  $725,100$413,600$338,100
  125.0%115.9%100.0%
  173.0140.7100.0
  156.4121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

A great place to live and raise a family. Great schools, but the cost of living is getting out of control with the taxes and utilities. Probably relocating  More

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