Rapids, NY Cost of Living


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Rapids cost of living score
87
Less expensive
13.0% lower
than the US average
28.4% lower
than the New York average
Rapids, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 87, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 13.0% lower than the U.S. average and 28.4% lower than the average for New York.

Rapids, NY

Housing costs in Rapids?
A typical home costs $241,900, which is 28.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 41.5% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Rapids costs $1,000 per month, which is 30.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 96.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Rapids?
To live comfortably in Rapids, New York, a minimum annual income of $46,440 for a family, and $34,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Rapids?
The cost of living in Rapids, NY is relatively affordable compared to other cities. The median home price is about $135,000, and a typical two-bedroom apartment will cost around $1,200 per month. Food costs are also reasonable; a dinner for two at a mid-range restaurant can be as little as $35. The overall cost of groceries is lower than the national average, which helps keep expenses down. Transportation is also cheap and convenient; monthly bus passes cost just $20 and cabs are widely available throughout the city. Additionally, there are plenty of free activities to enjoy throughout the year such as outdoor concerts, art galleries, and museums. All in all, Rapids offers an excellent quality of life at an affordable price point.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRapidsNew YorkUnited States
  87.0121.5100.0
  99.7103.8100
  104.7120.7100.0
  86.8127.9100.0
  $241,900$413,600$338,100
  107.1%115.9%100.0%
  88.4140.7100.0
  112.5121.8100.0

   100=National Average

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