Highland CDP (Ulster County), NY Cost of Living


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Highland CDP (Ulster County) cost of living score
110.6
More expensive
10.6% higher
than the US average
9.0% lower
than the New York average
Highland CDP (Ulster County), New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 110.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.6% higher than the U.S. average and 9.0% higher than the average for New York.

Highland CDP (Ulster County), NY

Housing costs in Highland CDP (Ulster County)?
A typical home costs $363,500, which is 7.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 12.1% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Highland CDP (Ulster County) costs $1,680 per month, which is 17.5% more than the national average of $1,430 and 16.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Highland CDP (Ulster County)?
To live comfortably in Highland CDP (Ulster County), New York, a minimum annual income of $69,480 for a family, and $52,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Highland CDP (Ulster County)?
The cost of living in Highland, NY is relatively low compared to other areas in the US. It has an overall cost of living index of 99.7, which is 1.3% lower than the national average. Housing prices are particularly low here, with a median home value of $179,400 - almost 25% lower than the New York state average - and rental prices that are also very affordable for both studio and two-bedroom apartments. Other costs such as food, transportation, and healthcare are also very reasonable in Highland. All in all, it's an excellent place to live if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHighland CDP (Ulster County)New YorkUnited States
  110.6121.5100.0
  104.4103.8100
  125.5120.7100.0
  109.6127.9100.0
  $363,500$413,600$338,100
  118.1%115.9%100.0%
  108.2140.7100.0
  137.9121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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The hamlet of Highland, NY is a peaceful quiet place. Located across the Hudson River from Poughkeepsie, It is a sleepy town with no major industry except for the apple  More

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