Cost of Living in Montrose, NY

With a cost of living index of 132, Montrose, NY is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 32% more expensive than the national average and 20% above the New York state average of 111. Montrose is a small community of 3,702 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Montrose's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,854 (41% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $439,900 (44% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Montrose is $143,496, which is 91% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 16% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Montrose. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 32°F. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches spread over roughly 124 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.