Cost of Living in Akwesasne, NY

With a cost of living index of 82, Akwesasne, NY is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 18% cheaper than the national average and 30% below the New York state average of 111. Akwesasne is a small community of 4,140 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Akwesasne's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $991 (25% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $186,200 (39% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.7x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Akwesasne is $69,245, which is 8% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Akwesasne. The area sees an average annual temperature of 44.1°F, with summers averaging 67°F and winters around 19°F. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches spread over roughly 146 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.