Selden, NY Cost of Living


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Selden cost of living score
147.1
More expensive
47.1% higher
than the US average
21.1% higher
than the New York average
Selden, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 147.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 47.1% higher than the U.S. average and 21.1% lower than the average for New York.

Selden, NY

Housing costs in Selden?
A typical home costs $467,400, which is 38.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 13.0% more expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Selden costs $2,330 per month, which is 62.9% more than the national average of $1,430 and 15.9% more than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Selden?
To live comfortably in Selden, New York, a minimum annual income of $89,640 for a family, and $77,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Selden?
The cost of living in Selden, NY is relatively low compared to other areas of the country. Prices for rent, groceries, and goods are lower than the national average due to the area’s rural setting and small population. Taxes are also relatively low compared to other states and counties. This has resulted in a high quality of life for those who live here, with very affordable housing options, access to nature, and plenty of outdoor activities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSeldenNew YorkUnited States
  147.1121.5100.0
  104.9103.8100
  125.2120.7100.0
  147.7127.9100.0
  $467,400$413,600$338,100
  125.4%115.9%100.0%
  113.6140.7100.0
  154.5121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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MORE AND MORE PEOPLE ARE AFRAID TO LEAVE THERE HOMES BECAUSE OF THE AMOUNT OF BREAK-INS. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF IT IS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DAY OR AT NIGHT PEOPLE'S HOMES  More

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Over 16 years ago

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Over 18 years ago

Good place to live, but becoming more crowded. Good schools, shopping, cultural resources nearby, outdoor activities, etc. However the cost of living here is  More

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