Fort Johnson, NY vs Wurtsboro, NY

Fort Johnson is moderately more affordable than Wurtsboro, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Fort Johnson scores 79 compared to 92 for Wurtsboro, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wurtsboro can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fort Johnson is $1,119/month compared to $1,266/month in Wurtsboro — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fort Johnson is more affordable at $124,500 median vs $214,500.

Median household income in Fort Johnson is $62,333 compared to $72,500 in Wurtsboro (-14%). The higher salaries in Wurtsboro partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Fort Johnson spend roughly 21.5% of their income on rent, more than the 21% in Wurtsboro.