Laurel, NY Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Laurel, New York?
$13,260 / month
for a family, 145.6% more expensive than the national average A total of $159,120 for the year for a family.
$5,067 / month
for a single person, 6.3% more expensive than the national average A total of $60,800 for the year for a single person.

Laurel cost of living score
147.1
More expensive
47.1% higher
than the US average
21.1% higher
than the New York average
Laurel, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 147.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 47.1% higher than the U.S. average and 21.1% lower than the average for New York.

Laurel, NY

Housing costs in Laurel?
A typical home costs $829,800, which is 145.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 100.6% more expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Laurel costs $1,830 per month, which is 28.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 7.1% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Laurel?
To live comfortably in Laurel, New York, a minimum annual income of $159,120 for a family, and $60,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Laurel?
Laurel, NY is a great place to live with a low cost of living. The median home cost in Laurel is $184,400, which is lower than the national average of $231,200. The median household income in Laurel is also slightly lower than the national average at $62,680 versus $68,703. Additionally, utilities are relatively inexpensive in Laurel and many locals take advantage of the area's abundance of natural beauty for outdoor recreational activities that don't have to break the bank. All in all, it's easy to see why Laurel has become an increasingly popular spot to call home.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesLaurelNew YorkUnited States
    Unlock121.5100.0
  107.9  Unlock100.0
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    Unlock$413,600$338,100
  125.2  Unlock100.0
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  154.8  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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