Cost of Living in Fultonville, NY

With a cost of living index of 80, Fultonville, NY is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 20% cheaper than the national average and 32% below the New York state average of 111. Fultonville is a small community of 696 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Fultonville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,025 (22% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $150,000 (51% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.7x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Fultonville is $87,386, which is 16% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 14% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Fultonville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 49.4°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 27°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches spread over roughly 139 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.