Cost of Living in Suffolk County, NY
Population 1,530,146 · Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates
The median rent in Suffolk County, NY is $2,255/month, 39% higher than the New York median and 60% higher than the U.S. median. The median home value is $578,400, 74% higher than the national median. Households earn a median of $130,686 a year, 52% higher than the state median.
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Suffolk County vs. New York vs. U.S.
| Suffolk County | New York | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $2,255 | $1,621 | $1,413 |
| Median home value | $578,400 | $423,800 | $332,700 |
| Median household income | $130,686 | $85,974 | $80,734 |
| Homeownership rate | 82.2% | 54.3% | 65.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 40.2% | 40.2% | 35.7% |
| Poverty rate | 6.4% | 14.0% | 12.5% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.7% | 6.4% | 5.2% |
| Work from home | 12.0% | 14.9% | 15.1% |
| Median age | 41.7 | 39.8 | 38.9 |
FAQ
What is the average rent in Suffolk County, NY?
The median gross rent in Suffolk County, NY is $2,255 per month (ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimate).
How much do I need to earn to live in Suffolk County, NY?
Using the common 30% rule, renting a median-priced home takes about $90,200 a year in gross income.
Is Suffolk County, NY expensive to live in?
Rent there is 60% higher than the U.S. median, and the median home costs about 4.4 times the median household income.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Estimates have margins of error, especially for smaller places. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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