Cost of Living in Brewster Heights, NY

With a cost of living index of 108, Brewster Heights, NY is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 8% more expensive than the national average and 3% below the New York state average of 111. Brewster Heights is a small community of 1,356 residents.

The median household income in Brewster Heights is $141,563, which is 88% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Brewster Heights. The area sees an average annual temperature of 49.6°F, with summers averaging 70°F and winters around 30°F. Annual rainfall totals 48 inches spread over roughly 147 days.

Everyday prices in the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.