Walden, NY Cost of Living


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Walden cost of living score
122.5
More expensive
22.5% higher
than the US average
0.8% higher
than the New York average
Walden, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 122.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.5% higher than the U.S. average and 0.8% lower than the average for New York.

Walden, NY

Housing costs in Walden?
A typical home costs $350,400, which is 3.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 15.3% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Walden costs $1,720 per month, which is 20.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 14.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Walden?
To live comfortably in Walden, New York, a minimum annual income of $66,960 for a family, and $53,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Walden?
The cost of living in Walden, NY is quite reasonable. The median home cost is about $136,800 which is much lower than the national average. Additionally, the overall cost of living in Walden is five percent below the national average. This makes it an ideal place for those who are looking to enjoy a relatively affordable lifestyle while still having access to all of the amenities that come with living in a small rural town. Groceries, housing, transportation and utilities are all easily affordable here, making this an attractive place to live for many people looking for a comfortable life at an affordable price.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWaldenNew YorkUnited States
  122.5121.5100.0
  103.1103.8100
  129.5120.7100.0
  103.1127.9100.0
  $350,400$413,600$338,100
  128.8%115.9%100.0%
  147.5140.7100.0
  133.2121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 2 years ago

I’ve lived in Walden for 12 years. I moved up from NYC. It’s the last affordable place to buy an old Victorian near NYC. The location is awesome 25 minutes to great  More

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