Cost of Living in MacDonnell Heights, NY

With a cost of living index of 102, MacDonnell Heights, NY is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 2% more expensive than the national average and 9% below the New York state average of 111. MacDonnell Heights is a small community of 1,438 residents.

The median household income in MacDonnell Heights is $138,589, which is 84% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to MacDonnell Heights. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50.5°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 29°F. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches spread over roughly 132 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY (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.