Cost of Living in Wassaic, NY

With a cost of living index of 89, Wassaic, NY is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 11% cheaper than the national average and 22% below the New York state average of 111. Wassaic is a small community of 324 residents.

The median household income in Wassaic is $61,875, which is 18% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

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.