Cost of Living in Salt Point, NY

With a cost of living index of 98, Salt Point, NY is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 2% cheaper than the national average and 14% below the New York state average of 111. Salt Point is a small community of 259 residents.

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

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Salt Point. The area sees an average annual temperature of 48.6°F, with summers averaging 68°F and winters around 28°F. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches spread over roughly 142 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.