Cost of Living in Watkins Glen, NY

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2%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
26%
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 Watkins Glen New York National
Cost of living98121100
Groceries104106100
Health care107110100
Housing74144100
Transportation111113100
Utilities112112100
Lifestyle & Entertainment107111100
Household Items105106100
Education & Childcare113118100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Watkins Glen is 19% lower than the New York average
  • The cost of living in Watkins Glen is 2% lower than the national average
  • Watkins Glen housing is 26% lower 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$102,543$8,545$2,393$3,077
      Renters$45,920$3,827$1,071$1,378

      New York Sales Tax

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

      New York Income Tax

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      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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