Ithaca, NY Cost of Living


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Ithaca cost of living score
93.6
Less expensive
6.4% lower
than the US average
23.0% lower
than the New York average
Ithaca, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 93.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 6.4% lower than the U.S. average and 23.0% lower than the average for New York.

Ithaca, NY

Housing costs in Ithaca?
A typical home costs $332,800, which is 1.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 19.5% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ithaca costs $1,690 per month, which is 18.2% more than the national average of $1,430 and 16.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Ithaca?
To live comfortably in Ithaca, New York, a minimum annual income of $63,720 for a family, and $58,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ithaca?
Ithaca, NY is a moderately expensive city to live in when compared to other cities in the United States. The cost of living index for Ithaca is 125.1 and the average home price is $277,800. The average rent varies widely depending on location with one bedroom apartments typically ranging from $875 - $1800 per month. Groceries and utilities also tend to be more expensive than the national average due to higher taxes in New York state. However, Ithaca has a great quality of life and many activities available year-round that can make up for the cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesIthacaNew YorkUnited States
  93.6121.5100.0
  104.6103.8100
  116.3120.7100.0
  100.8127.9100.0
  $332,800$413,600$338,100
  100.0%115.9%100.0%
  80.8140.7100.0
  151.5121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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For a small city, its downtown has grown significantly and serves as the hub of the community. The Ithaca Commons remains the central gathering space for locals,  More

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Over 3 years ago

Great place to live. Lots to do, vibrant culture, and beautiful scenery. Don't fear the winter--it's even beautiful then. Only complaint is the housing market. Way  More

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I was born, raised, educated there (Ithaca High and Cornell). In my opinion, before leaving to pursue my career, it seemed like the most beautiful, clean, low crime,  More

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