West Union, NY Cost of Living


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West Union cost of living score
78.1
Less expensive
21.9% lower
than the US average
35.7% lower
than the New York average
West Union, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.9% lower than the U.S. average and 35.7% lower than the average for New York.

West Union, NY

Housing costs in West Union?
A typical home costs $169,700, which is 49.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 59.0% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in West Union costs $840 per month, which is 41.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 133.3% more than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford West Union?
To live comfortably in West Union, New York, a minimum annual income of $32,400 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about West Union?
The cost of living in West Union, NY is quite reasonable. According to BestPlaces, the cost of living index for West Union is 72.6, which is lower than the New York average of 122.5. This means that the overall cost of living in West Union is approximately 41% lower than the state average. Additionally, housing costs are significantly lower than other parts of New York State, with an average home price being around $150K compared to $575K statewide. Even food and transportation expenses tend to be much more affordable due to the rural setting and lack of large urban centers nearby. All in all, West Union provides a great value for residents looking for a place to live with a low cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWest UnionNew YorkUnited States
  78.1121.5100.0
  97.2103.8100
  117.3120.7100.0
  38.3127.9100.0
  $169,700$413,600$338,100
  99.7%115.9%100.0%
  92.3140.7100.0
  108.5121.8100.0

   100=National Average

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