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72%
Overall NAT. AVG.
13%
Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
210%
Housing NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Sleepy Hollow New York National
Cost of living172117100
Goods & Services113108100
Groceries105102100
Health care110103100
Housing310145100
Transportation102105100
Utilities131100100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Sleepy Hollow, NY

Understanding the cost of living in Sleepy Hollow can help future residents assess whether their current financial situation aligns with the expenses they will encounter. It enables them to plan for potential changes in their budget and lifestyle. The Sleepy Hollow cost of living index is 172, which is 72% higher than the national average. The cost of living index is calculated by taking into account multiple categories, which encompass both the cost of everyday expenditures and larger expenses as well.

If you value affordability in your search for a new place to live, Sleepy Hollow may not be the most suitable option, as it stands out as one of the priciest areas in the entire United States. Only a small fraction of regions have a cost of living that is more than 20% higher than the national average, and regrettably, Sleepy Hollow falls into this category, which may not align with your desire for an affordable place to call home.

Housing costs make up a big chunk of the cost of living in Sleepy Hollow, and they usually eat into a large part of your take-home pay. Unfortunately, in this area, both buying a home and renting one costs 209.6% more than the average city. This includes stuff like home prices, rent, mortgage rates, and insurance.

Everyday goods and services make up 33% of the cost of living index and include things like clothing, personal hygiene products and entertainment which are a large portion of your monthly expenditures. Unfortunately, Sleepy Hollow goods and services are 12.9% more expensive than the national average, leaving you with less money at the end of the month.

Is Sleepy Hollow Affordable?

Is Sleepy Hollow affordable? This is a pivotal question, especially when mulling over a move, as affordability carries substantial weight in your decision-making process. Factors such as the cost of living index (discussed earlier), housing expenses and income levels all contribute to a location's affordability. For instance, in Sleepy Hollow, the median home price is 275.7% higher than the national average and monthly rent prices are 55.4% higher than the typical rates. Additionally, the median income levels play a role in affordability, with Sleepy Hollow boasting a median household income of $86,026, 55.5% higher than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Sleepy Hollow?

Groceries: Over the past 2-3 years, grocery expenses have experienced substantial upward trends. In certain markets, food prices have surged by over 20% during this period, while others have witnessed more modest increases. These fluctuations in food costs can wield significant influence over the overall cost of living in a given region. In Sleepy Hollow, the groceries index is 5.4% higher than the national average.

Subsidies: Certain regions may provide government subsidies or assistance initiatives designed to alleviate the cost of living burden on their residents. These programs encompass a wide range of support mechanisms, such as Medicare, Medicaid, housing subsidies, low-income home energy assistance programs, school lunch programs, supplemental nutrition assistance programs, student loans, electric vehicle tax credits, affordable care act subsidies and farming subsidies. Areas with fewer subsidy offerings might experience an elevation in their cost of living.

Healthcare: Healthcare costs and insurance premiums can fluctuate greatly based on the city or state. Access to healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket expenses for doctor\’s visits, dentist costs, medication costs and specialized care costs can all impact the cost of living. In Sleepy Hollow, the healthcare costs are 9.9% higher than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The Sleepy Hollow cost of living data displayed above is derived from the C2ER cost of living index to provide a useful and reasonably accurate measure of living cost differences in urban areas. The index takes into account data from 300 independent researches, covering more than 60 goods and services across 6 different categories, to create an overall index for each area, with 100 being the average. The C2ER index does not include sales or income tax rates in their data, however AreaVibes does include both income and sales tax rates in the overall cost of living score for each area.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Sleepy Hollow is 47% higher than the New York average
  • The cost of living in Sleepy Hollow is 72% higher than the national average
  • Sleepy Hollow housing is 210% higher than the national average
  • New York general sales tax is 22% lower than the national average
  • New York state income tax is 77% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$173,056$14,421$4,038$5,192
      Renters$63,587$5,299$1,484$1,908
      A good way to judge both the affordability of the housing and the cost of living in Sleepy Hollow is by simply calculating the maximum that should be spent on housing, otherwise known as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). The plan is to avoid spending more than 28 percent of the gross income on costs that pertain to housing and no more than 36 percent on all expenses and debts. Sleepy Hollow has a median income of about $173,056 for people who own homes. Based on that number, a maximum of $4,038 should be spent on expenses related to housing. Renters have a slightly different median income, which is $63,587. Based on this average, renters should spend no more than $1,484 on all rental costs if they want to maintain a non-impoverished standard of living.

      New York Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      New York 4% 8.875%

      New York Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      New York 4% 10.9%

      Goods & Services

      Item Sleepy Hollow National avg. Difference
      Haircut $32.33$24.2633.3%
      Beauty Salon $48.56$45.566.6%
      Toothpaste $3.66$3.701.1%
      Shampoo $1.50$1.2817.4%
      Movie $13.76$12.1313.4%
      Bowling $19.63$18.009.0%

      Groceries

      Item Sleepy Hollow National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $6.34$5.848.6%
      Fried Chicken $1.61$1.572.4%
      Milk $4.73$4.671.2%
      Potatoes $5.03$4.931.9%
      Pizza $10.07$12.0916.7%
      Beer $10.62$10.412.0%

      Health Care

      Item Sleepy Hollow National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $140.10$125.6811.5%
      Doctor $143.23$135.785.5%
      Dentist $123.00$113.298.6%
      Ibuprofen $11.00$10.653.3%
      Lipitor $401.34$468.6014.4%

      Housing

      Item Sleepy Hollow National avg. Difference
      Home Price $693,900.00$184,700.00275.7%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $1,857.27$2,346.6920.9%
      Apartment Rent $1,475.00$949.0055.4%

      Transportation

      Item Sleepy Hollow National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.33$3.463.7%
      Tire Balancing $57.68$59.923.7%

      Utilities

      Item Sleepy Hollow National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $281.67$193.9945.2%
      Phone $185.16$192.253.7%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.