Watchtower, NY Cost of Living


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Watchtower cost of living score
110.6
More expensive
10.6% higher
than the US average
9.0% lower
than the New York average
Watchtower, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 110.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.6% higher than the U.S. average and 9.0% higher than the average for New York.

Watchtower, NY

Housing costs in Watchtower?
A typical home costs $382,200, which is 13.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 7.6% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Watchtower costs $1,460 per month, which is 2.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 34.2% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Watchtower?
To live comfortably in Watchtower, New York, a minimum annual income of $73,080 for a family, and $44,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Watchtower?
The cost of living in Watchtower, NY is quite high, with the median home price at around $500,000. Renting an apartment in the city usually costs around $2,000 a month. Groceries and other essentials can be expensive as well, especially if one shops at higher-end stores. Additionally, taxes are also above average; both sales and income taxes are higher than the national averages. However, there are some areas of Watchtower where living costs can be slightly more affordable. Overall, Watchtower may not be the most budget-friendly location for residents looking to live on a tighter budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWatchtowerNew YorkUnited States
  110.6121.5100.0
  104.7103.8100
  125.5120.7100.0
  113.0127.9100.0
  $382,200$413,600$338,100
  118.1%115.9%100.0%
  108.6140.7100.0
  137.2121.8100.0

   100=National Average

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