Sterling, NY Cost of Living


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Sterling cost of living score
82.3
Less expensive
17.7% lower
than the US average
32.3% lower
than the New York average
Sterling, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.7% lower than the U.S. average and 32.3% lower than the average for New York.

Sterling, NY

Housing costs in Sterling?
A typical home costs $179,500, which is 46.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 56.6% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sterling costs $960 per month, which is 32.9% more than the national average of $1,430 and 104.2% more than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Sterling?
To live comfortably in Sterling, New York, a minimum annual income of $34,560 for a family, and $30,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sterling?
The cost of living in Sterling, NY is relatively low compared to other cities and towns in the region. The median home price is just over $170,000, which is significantly lower than the New York state median of nearly $330,000. In addition, the average utility costs for electricity and natural gas are generally lower than those in larger metropolitan areas due to less demand. Shopping for basic goods is also more affordable as most Sterling businesses are locally owned and operated. With its reasonable housing prices and low overall cost of living, Sterling provides an attractive option for those looking for a more budget-friendly lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSterlingNew YorkUnited States
  82.3121.5100.0
  97.6103.8100
  117.1120.7100.0
  40.5127.9100.0
  $179,500$413,600$338,100
  104.7%115.9%100.0%
  93.3140.7100.0
  108.1121.8100.0

   100=National Average

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