Corning, NY Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Corning, New York?
$2,130 / month
for a family, 60.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $25,560 for the year for a family.
$2,933 / month
for a single person, 38.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $35,200 for the year for a single person.

Corning cost of living score
78.1
Less expensive
21.9% lower
than the US average
35.7% lower
than the New York average
Corning, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.9% lower than the U.S. average and 35.7% lower than the average for New York.

Corning, NY

Housing costs in Corning?
A typical home costs $133,000, which is 60.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 67.8% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Corning costs $1,040 per month, which is 27.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 88.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Corning?
To live comfortably in Corning, New York, a minimum annual income of $25,560 for a family, and $35,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Corning?
The cost of living in Corning, NY is fairly affordable, with median home prices being around $110,000 and the median rent being roughly $650 per month. Corning also offers a variety of dining options for those looking to save money on meals. Local supermarkets offer good deals on fresh produce and other grocery items while there are plenty of restaurants that offer discounts for students or those on tight budgets. The overall cost of living in Corning is relatively low, making it an ideal place to live for people who want to save money and still enjoy the beauty of upstate New York.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesCorningNew YorkUnited States
    Unlock121.5100.0
  97.9  Unlock100.0
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    Unlock$413,600$338,100
  99.4  Unlock100.0
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  108.1  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Corning NY is a scenic town and one that I enjoy living in. I graduated from college an hour west of Corning so friends and I frequented Corning often. It is a nice  More

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Over 15 years ago

Corning is a nice area in which to live. Unfortunately for me, I am single and the taxes are too high. I am sick of all the salt they put on the roads in winter. For  More

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Over 16 years ago

I have been in Corning for almost a year and I am counting the days until I can go home to Georgia! The people are rude and arrogant. The schools are way over  More

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