Richmond County, NY Cost of Living


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Richmond cost of living score
158.4
More expensive
58.4% higher
than the US average
30.4% higher
than the New York average
Richmond New Y County, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 158.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 58.4% higher than the U.S. average and 30.4% lower than the average for New York.

Richmond County, NY

Housing costs in Richmond?
A typical home costs $613,300, which is 81.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 48.3% more expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Richmond costs $2,450 per month, which is 71.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 20.0% more than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Richmond?
To live comfortably in Richmond New Y County, New York, a minimum annual income of $117,360 for a family, and $86,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Richmond?
Richmond (Staten Island), NY County is an expensive place to live, with a median house value of $613,300 compared to the national average of $338,100. This is reflected in the cost of living which stands at 158.4, significantly higher than the US average of 100. Rent and utility bills are more costly and people need to earn a higher salary to be able to afford these higher costs. As such, Richmond (Staten Island), NY County is not ideal for those on a budget or looking for lower cost alternatives.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRichmondNew YorkUnited States
  158.4121.5100.0
  115.1103.8100
  128.3120.7100.0
  197.8127.9100.0
  $613,300$413,600$338,100
  153.4%115.9%100.0%
  183.1140.7100.0
  143.1121.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 5 years ago

Staten Island is mainly a suburban borough where you can find any home style you prefer. Most people do not realize that the Island is separated in many ways from the  More

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Over 5 years ago

Great place to live.. Suburban living within New York City. Safe neighborhoods, clean roads, manicured lawns, great shopping, beautiful hills and open parkland with  More

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