Cost of Living in Essex County, NY

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

Median Income

$68,090

Median Rent

$875/mo

Median Home

$189,500

Affordability

438

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$958
Property Tax$273
Insurance$63

Total Monthly$1,294
% of Income22.8%

Renting

Median Rent$875
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$900
% of Income15.4%

Living in Essex County, New York

Essex County has a median household income of $68,090 with housing costs that represent 22.8% of income for owners and 15.4% 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.