Carmel, NY Cost of Living


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Carmel cost of living score
135.2
More expensive
35.2% higher
than the US average
11.3% higher
than the New York average
Carmel, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 135.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 35.2% higher than the U.S. average and 11.3% lower than the average for New York.

Carmel, NY

Housing costs in Carmel?
A typical home costs $520,600, which is 54.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 25.9% more expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Carmel costs $2,260 per month, which is 58.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 13.3% more than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Carmel?
To live comfortably in Carmel, New York, a minimum annual income of $99,720 for a family, and $80,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Carmel?
Carmel, NY is an affordable place to live. The cost of living in Carmel is lower than the national average, making it a great option for those looking to save money while still enjoying all that this beautiful town has to offer. The median home value in Carmel is around $377,000, which is significantly below the state average of $483,000. Additionally, groceries and utilities are relatively low compared to other places in the area. With its excellent school system and abundance of activities and amenities available year-round, Carmel provides a wonderful living experience without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesCarmelNew YorkUnited States
  135.2121.5100.0
  105.5103.8100
  130.3120.7100.0
  157.4127.9100.0
  $520,600$413,600$338,100
  99.7%115.9%100.0%
  159.8140.7100.0
  155.9121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

I left Carmel for good in 1988 and never looked back. That being said, I thought my childhood in Carmel was about as idyllic as one could hope for. Large yards in a  More

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Lived here(Carmel) eight years and love it but with the corrupt running the show this town,county,state(take your pick!)is bleeding us dry..They think an 27% property  More

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