Cost of Living in Erie County, NY

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

Median Income

$68,014

Median Rent

$984/mo

Median Home

$197,400

Affordability

397

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$998
Property Tax$365
Insurance$66

Total Monthly$1,429
% of Income25.2%

Renting

Median Rent$984
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,009
% of Income17.4%

Living in Erie County, New York

Erie County has a median household income of $68,014 with housing costs that represent 25.2% of income for owners and 17.4% 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.