Cost of Living in South Hill, NY

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14%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
29%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index South Hill New York National
Cost of living114121100
Groceries104106100
Health care107110100
Housing129144100
Transportation111113100
Utilities112112100
Lifestyle & Entertainment107111100
Household Items105106100
Education & Childcare113118100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in South Hill is 5% lower than the New York average
  • The cost of living in South Hill is 14% higher than the national average
  • South Hill housing is 29% higher than the national average
  • New York general sales tax is 22% lower than the national average
  • New York state income tax is 54% 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$145,525$12,127$3,395$4,366
      Renters$63,853$5,321$1,490$1,916
      The percentage of monthly income spent on housing related expenses can help predict the affordability of housing in South Hill, NY, as well as what the overall cost of living might be. Generally, a good rule to follow is that the debt-to-income (DTI) level you want to maintain is 28 percent or less of your income on your rent or mortgage payments and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses and debts. In South Hill, homeowners have a median income of $145,525. Using that number, a maximum of $3,395 per month should be allocated to housing expenses. For those who are renting instead of owning, the median income is $63,853, which means there is a maximum of $1,490 to be spent on the costs of renting a home or apartment.

      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%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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