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Endwell, NY

Manageable

Your dollar goes further in Endwell, NY — everyday costs run about 13% below the national average (Cost Index: 87). Housing is especially affordable: the median home is valued at $210,148, well under the $303,400 US median. The local median household income of $72,742 tends to stretch further here than in most parts of the country.

Endwell looks comparatively manageable for household relocation, with 15% rent burden, 2.9x home-price-to-income, and a housing index of 69. Use the assumptions below to test whether your own budget still stays in the safe range.Data Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 · BEA RPP 2023 · Zillow ZHVI

Data Updated: March 2026
Housing Feasibility Verdict
Safe

Based on your household income, housing mode, local rent, home value, property tax, and mortgage assumptions for Endwell.

Monthly Housing
$901/mo
Lower of rent or buy scenario
Housing Burden
15%
Healthy
Residual Cash
$4,661/mo
After housing and debt · $1,554/person
Rent vs Buy
Buying can be tested
Main pressure: property tax
Assumptions
Housing Mode
Confidence: MediumHome source: ZILLOWRent source: ACSBEA proxy: msaHousehold size: 3Down payment: 20%Fixed burden: 23%
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Cost Index
87
Affordable
Based on housing costs · See methodology
Median Home Value
$210,148
Zillow ZHVI Market Rate • Census ACS: $162,800
National: $303,400
Median Rent
$901/mo
Source: Census ACS
National: $1,348/mo
Household Income
$72,742
National: $78,538
Population
11,821
Purchasing Power
106
100 = national baseline

Cost of Living Breakdown

Each index uses 100 as the US national average. A score of 150 means 50% more expensive; 80 means 20% cheaper.

Housing Cost Index
69 / 100
31% below average
Rent Index
67 / 100
33% below average
Goods & Groceries
100 / 100
About the same as most US cities
Utilities
132 / 100
32% higher utility bills
Healthcare & Services
98 / 100
In line with national average
Overall Index
87
Affordable · 13% below average

Endwell Mortgage Calculator

Pre-filled with the local median home value of $210,148 and New York's property tax rate of 1.72%.

Household Housing Budget

Local median household income is shown only as a place-side affordability input. Personal salary, filing status, and take-home pay analysis belong in salary.city.

Local Household Income
$72,742
Census ACS place context
Rent Burden Estimate
15%
Typical annual rent / local household income
Home Price to Income
2.9x
Typical home value / local household income
Use this section to judge whether Endwell looks structurally manageable for a household budget. For a specific job offer, filing status, payroll taxes, or salary equivalence across cities, run the income-side decision in salary.city.

Property Tax in Endwell, NY

Est. Annual Property Tax
$3,615
Monthly Impact
$301
Added to your mortgage
Effective Rate
1.72%
National avg: ~1.00%

New York Place Tax Context

Tax TypeNew YorkNational Avg
Property Tax Rate1.72%1.00%
Top Income Tax Rate10.9%~5.0%
State Sales Tax8.52%~5.0%

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Endwell, NY
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Cost Index Comparison (100 = National Avg)

Housing CostsNational Avg: 100
Endwell, NY: 69
Rent Prices
67

FAQ: Living in Endwell

Is Endwell, NY an affordable place to live?+

Yes — everyday expenses in Endwell run about 13% below the US average (Cost Index: 87). Housing is especially affordable: the median home is valued around $210,148, compared to the $303,400 national median. Monthly rent is typically around $901, versus $1,348 nationally.

How does Endwell fit a household housing budget?+

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $901, while local median household income is $72,742. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 15% before utilities and other costs. For a specific job offer, filing status, or take-home pay scenario, use salary.city.

How much are taxes in Endwell, NY?+

New York has a progressive state income tax with a top rate of 10.9%. The effective property tax rate is 1.72%. On a home worth $210,148, that translates to roughly $3,615 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 8.52% on everyday purchases.

How much does it cost to rent in Endwell, NY?+

The typical monthly rent in Endwell is around $901. That's roughly 33% lower than the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $210,148, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

How much does a house cost in Endwell, NY?+

The median home in Endwell is valued at $210,148. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $1,063/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 75% of residents here own their homes.

Are groceries and utilities expensive in Endwell?+

Grocery prices in Endwell are about average compared to the rest of the US (index: 100, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are on the high side (index: 132). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

What is Endwell, NY like to live in?+

Endwell is a small town with a population of about 11,821. The median age of residents is 43.1, skewing somewhat older — common in established suburban communities. The local poverty rate is 11.35%, near the national average of 12.4%.

Lower-Pressure Alternatives in New York

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Higher-Pressure Comparisons in New York

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Reviewed by LivabilityCalc Research Team
Financial Data Analysts · Census & Economic Data Specialists
Data Sources & Methodology
  • Real Estate & Housing: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI, Smoothed & Seasonally Adjusted) and Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI). Structural fallback utilizes U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates.
  • Goods, Utilities & Services: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) Metropolitan Area Regional Price Parities (MARPP), incorporating verified State Nonmetropolitan averages.
  • Mortgage Rates: Freddie Mac 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Average in the United States (PMMS) via Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
  • Tax Context: State-level property, sales, and income-tax context used for place-side relocation planning. Personal take-home pay and offer analysis are handled by salary.city.
  • Index Methodology: Weighting matrix derived from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Expenditure Surveys (CEX) distributional models. Baseline standardized at 100. (Read methodology details)
Last data update: March 2026 · Mortgage rates updated monthly