Dutchess County, NY Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Dutchess, New York?
$6,300 / month
for a family, 16.7% more expensive than the national average
$4,100 / month
for a single person, 14.0% less expensive than the national average

Dutchess cost of living score
118.3
More expensive
18.3% higher
than the US average
2.6% lower
than the New York average
Dutchess New Y County, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 118.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.3% higher than the U.S. average and 2.6% higher than the average for New York.

Dutchess County, NY

Housing costs in Dutchess?
A typical home costs $395,300, which is 16.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 4.4% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dutchess costs $1,580 per month, which is 10.5% more than the national average of $1,430 and 24.1% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Dutchess?
To live comfortably in Dutchess New Y County, New York, a minimum annual income of $75,600 for a family, and $49,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dutchess?
The cost of living in Dutchess, NY County is significantly higher than the US average. The median house value in the county is $395,300, which is 17.4% higher than the US median. The cost of living index for Dutchess County is 118.3, which is 18.3% higher than the US average of 100. This means that basic goods and services are more expensive in Dutchess County compared to other parts of the country. Despite this, many people prefer to live in Dutchess due to its numerous outdoor activities and small-town charm.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDutchessNew YorkUnited States
  118.3121.5100.0
  106.2103.8100
  126.5120.7100.0
  127.5127.9100.0
  $395,300$413,600$338,100
  121.9115.9100
  116.8140.7100.0
  153.1121.8100.0

   100=National Average

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