Dover, NY Cost of Living


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Dover cost of living score
118.3
More expensive
18.3% higher
than the US average
2.6% lower
than the New York average
Dover, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 118.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.3% higher than the U.S. average and 2.6% higher than the average for New York.

Dover, NY

Housing costs in Dover?
A typical home costs $374,700, which is 10.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.4% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dover costs $1,330 per month, which is 7.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 47.4% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Dover?
To live comfortably in Dover, New York, a minimum annual income of $71,640 for a family, and $41,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dover?
The cost of living in Dover, NY is quite affordable. The median home value is around $160,000, which is well below the national average. The median household income is approximately $60,000 per year. The median rent price for a two-bedroom apartment in Dover is approximately $1,200 per month. Groceries are reasonable, and the overall cost of living index is just over 100, which indicates a lower than average cost of living compared to other areas in New York State. With its close proximity to Albany and Boston, Dover is an ideal city for those looking for an affordable place to live without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDoverNew YorkUnited States
  118.3121.5100.0
  104.3103.8100
  126.5120.7100.0
  100.8127.9100.0
  $374,700$413,600$338,100
  121.0%115.9%100.0%
  128.4140.7100.0
  153.7121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 17 years ago

Very rural location. 45 minutes to closest shopping mall. 15 minutes to closest grocery store. Very little recreation for children and teens unless you drive 30 minutes  More

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