Cortland, NY Cost of Living


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Cortland cost of living score
79.8
Less expensive
20.2% lower
than the US average
34.3% lower
than the New York average
Cortland, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.2% lower than the U.S. average and 34.3% lower than the average for New York.

Cortland, NY

Housing costs in Cortland?
A typical home costs $171,400, which is 49.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 58.6% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Cortland costs $1,290 per month, which is 9.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 51.9% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Cortland?
To live comfortably in Cortland, New York, a minimum annual income of $32,760 for a family, and $42,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Cortland?
Cortland, NY is an affordable place to live compared to other cities in New York. The cost of living index is below the national average, making it a great option for those looking for a lower-cost city. Housing costs are generally lower than the rest of the state, with both purchasing and renting prices being cheaper than many other parts of the state. Food and transportation expenses are also reasonable when compared to other cities in New York, making Cortland an attractive place for those seeking a lower cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesCortlandNew YorkUnited States
  79.8121.5100.0
  98.5103.8100
  116.5120.7100.0
  48.6127.9100.0
  $171,400$413,600$338,100
  98.7%115.9%100.0%
  67.9140.7100.0
  107.6121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 4 years ago

i was born here and this city is like a real life pvp-enabled zone. god isnt watching  More

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Over 9 years ago

Cortland is a small town geographically right in the center of New York. The population is around 20K and has been the same for decades. Cortland is a typical small  More

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Over 17 years ago

I was born here (but grew up in Syracuse thank god) and moved back when I was a teen. Year after year the city goes downhill. It has went from a city with a trolley car  More

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