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Cost of Living in South Lima, NY

Population: 219 | New York

88
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

South Lima is 12% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
55
Home Values
98
Regional Price

Cost of Living in South Lima, NY: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 88, South Lima, NY is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 12% cheaper than the national average and 23% below the New York state average of 111. South Lima is a small community of 219 residents.

The median household income in South Lima is $78,750, which is 5% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Everyday prices in the Rochester, NY (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced lower 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$78,750
vs US Median ($75,149)
+5%

Housing

Median Home Value
$166,300
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$940/mo

Everyday Prices in South Lima

BLS Average Prices for the Rochester, NY (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.98
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🥚
$2.43
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-3% vs US
🥛
$3.92
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🍞
$1.80
Bread (white)
per lb
-3% vs US
🍗
$4.03
Chicken breast
per lb
-3% vs US
$0.25
Electricity
per kWh
+31% vs US

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