Cost of Living in Broome County, NY

What does it cost to live in Broome County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$58,317

Median Rent

$882/mo

Median Home

$139,200

Affordability

459

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$704
Property Tax$309
Insurance$46

Total Monthly$1,059
% of Income21.8%

Renting

Median Rent$882
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$907
% of Income18.1%

Living in Broome County, New York

Broome County has a median household income of $58,317 with housing costs that represent 21.8% of income for owners and 18.1% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.