Cost of Living in Orleans County, NY

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

Median Income

$61,069

Median Rent

$840/mo

Median Home

$122,200

Affordability

523

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$618
Property Tax$314
Insurance$41

Total Monthly$973
% of Income19.1%

Renting

Median Rent$840
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$865
% of Income16.5%

Living in Orleans County, New York

Orleans County has a median household income of $61,069 with housing costs that represent 19.1% of income for owners and 16.5% 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.