Fairfield, NY Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Fairfield, New York?
$3,300 / month
for a family, 38.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $39,600 for the year for a family.
$2,400 / month
for a single person, 49.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,800 for the year for a single person.

Fairfield cost of living score
81.8
Less expensive
18.2% lower
than the US average
32.7% lower
than the New York average
Fairfield, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.2% lower than the U.S. average and 32.7% lower than the average for New York.

Fairfield, NY

Housing costs in Fairfield?
A typical home costs $206,600, which is 38.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 50.0% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fairfield costs $910 per month, which is 36.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and 115.4% more than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Fairfield?
To live comfortably in Fairfield, New York, a minimum annual income of $39,600 for a family, and $28,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fairfield?
Fairfield, NY is an affordable place to live, with a cost of living that is slightly lower than the US average. In Fairfield, housing costs are particularly attractive, with median home prices being around $174,000 and monthly rent averaging at $1,150 for a one-bedroom apartment. Taxes are also relatively low compared to other parts of the country, with state and local taxes coming in at around 8%. Grocery bills and transportation costs are also generally low compared to other areas of the US. All in all, Fairfield provides its residents with an excellent quality of life at a reasonable price.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesFairfieldNew YorkUnited States
    Unlock121.5100.0
  97.4  Unlock100.0
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  44.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$413,600$338,100
  110.5  Unlock100.0
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  107.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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