Cost of Living in Delaware County, NY

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

Median Income

$58,338

Median Rent

$785/mo

Median Home

$160,400

Affordability

438

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$811
Property Tax$245
Insurance$53

Total Monthly$1,109
% of Income22.8%

Renting

Median Rent$785
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$810
% of Income16.1%

Living in Delaware County, New York

Delaware County has a median household income of $58,338 with housing costs that represent 22.8% of income for owners and 16.1% 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.