Seward, NY Cost of Living


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Seward cost of living score
88.5
Less expensive
11.5% lower
than the US average
27.2% lower
than the New York average
Seward, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 88.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 11.5% lower than the U.S. average and 27.2% lower than the average for New York.

Seward, NY

Housing costs in Seward?
A typical home costs $198,400, which is 41.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 52.0% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Seward costs $1,120 per month, which is 21.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 75.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Seward?
To live comfortably in Seward, New York, a minimum annual income of $38,160 for a family, and $36,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Seward?
The cost of living in Seward, NY is relatively affordable compared to other parts of the country. The median home value is around $147,400, which is lower than the nationwide median of $218,000. Additionally, the average monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Seward is about $717, which is more than $200 below the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in New York state as a whole. Furthermore, basic monthly utilities such as water and electricity are reasonably priced in Seward. Overall, Seward offers an affordable quality of life that makes it an attractive option for people looking to relocate or move to the area.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSewardNew YorkUnited States
  88.5121.5100.0
  99.3103.8100
  115.4120.7100.0
  55.5127.9100.0
  $198,400$413,600$338,100
  107.3%115.9%100.0%
  113.0140.7100.0
  107.7121.8100.0

   100=National Average

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