Cost of Living in Valatie, NY

With a cost of living index of 87, Valatie, NY is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 13% cheaper than the national average and 24% below the New York state average of 111. Valatie is a small community of 1,579 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Valatie's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $927 (30% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $304,600 (0% below 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 Valatie is $99,632, which is 33% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 11% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, 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.