Ulster, NY County is a beautiful area located in the Catskill Mountains region of Upstate New York. It is known for its scenic views and outdoor activities such as camping and hiking. Ulster County offers a variety of amenities, including excellent schools, plenty of shopping and dining options, entertainment venues, medical centers, libraries, parks and recreation areas. It also has several major employers such as SUNY Ulster, HealthAlliance Hospital Broadway Campus, Ulster BOCES Career & Technical Education Center and Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital. The cost of living in Ulster County is slightly higher than the US average with 2 bedroom rent costing $1500 compared to the national average of $1430. In addition to this there is also a Grocery Cost Index of 104 versus 100 in the US which shows just how affordable basic necessities are.
Ulster County has an unemployment rate of 6.2%. The US average is 6.0%.
Ulster County has seen the job market increase by 1.1% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 26.5%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Ulster County
- The Sales Tax Rate for Ulster County is 8.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Ulster County is 6.5%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Ulster County
- The average income of a Ulster County resident is $30,868 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Ulster County resident is $71,040 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.