Shirley, NY Cost of Living


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Shirley cost of living score
147.1
More expensive
47.1% higher
than the US average
21.1% higher
than the New York average
Shirley, 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.

Shirley, NY

Housing costs in Shirley?
A typical home costs $424,800, which is 25.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 2.7% more expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Shirley costs $2,450 per month, which is 71.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 20.0% more than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Shirley?
To live comfortably in Shirley, New York, a minimum annual income of $81,360 for a family, and $81,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Shirley?
The cost of living in Shirley, NY is relatively low compared to the rest of the country. The median home value is $235,000, which is much lower than the national average. Renters can also take advantage of affordable living costs - a one bedroom apartment typically runs around $1,000 per month. There are also numerous dining options that fit any budget. Grocery stores and other retail outlets provide plenty of shopping opportunities at reasonable prices. Overall, Shirley is an affordable place to live with plenty of amenities within easy reach.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesShirleyNew YorkUnited States
  147.1121.5100.0
  103.7103.8100
  125.2120.7100.0
  124.4127.9100.0
  $424,800$413,600$338,100
  125.4%115.9%100.0%
  115.4140.7100.0
  154.7121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Your standard, run-of-the-mill suburb, complete with strip malls and endless suburban sprawl. I suppose it's ideal for well-off retirees, the beach is nice and has  More

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Over 11 years ago

High taxes but nice middle class town,schools are nice  More

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Over 11 years ago

nice schools dont believe what some people say,if you looking to live here you should come and drive around few blocks you will like it, its a nice middle class  More

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