Cost of Living in West Glens Falls, NY

With a cost of living index of 96, West Glens Falls, NY is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 4% cheaper than the national average and 16% below the New York state average of 111. West Glens Falls is a smaller community of 9,967 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in West Glens Falls's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,375 (4% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $256,100 (16% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in West Glens Falls is $97,333, which is 30% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% 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 Glens Falls, 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.