Berkshire, NY Cost of Living


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Berkshire cost of living score
83.3
Less expensive
16.7% lower
than the US average
31.4% lower
than the New York average
Berkshire, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 83.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.7% lower than the U.S. average and 31.4% lower than the average for New York.

Berkshire, NY

Housing costs in Berkshire?
A typical home costs $180,600, which is 46.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 56.3% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Berkshire costs $1,220 per month, which is 14.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 60.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Berkshire?
To live comfortably in Berkshire, New York, a minimum annual income of $34,560 for a family, and $38,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Berkshire?
The cost of living in Berkshire, NY is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. It has a moderate cost of housing, with the median home value being around $153,000. Renting an apartment will average around $690 per month. In terms of groceries and eating out, Berkshire offers many reasonably-priced restaurants and grocery stores. The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than surrounding cities, making it an attractive place to make a home for those looking for an affordable lifestyle without compromising on quality.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBerkshireNew YorkUnited States
  83.3121.5100.0
  98.1103.8100
  116.2120.7100.0
  39.2127.9100.0
  $180,600$413,600$338,100
  98.4%115.9%100.0%
  86.0140.7100.0
  118.3121.8100.0

   100=National Average

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