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Warwick, NY

High Pressure

The cost of living in Warwick, NY is 8% above the national average (Cost Index: 108). Homes here are typically valued around $405,700, compared to the $303,400 national median. The median household income is $81,250 — overall, living costs and earnings are reasonably balanced in this area.

Warwick already reads as a high-pressure housing market, with 18% rent burden, 5x home-price-to-income, and a housing index of 134. Treat this page as a stress test for rent, mortgage, and tax burden before assuming the move works.Data Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 · BEA RPP 2023 · Zillow ZHVI

Data Updated: March 2026
Housing Feasibility Verdict
Stretch

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

Monthly Housing
$1,242/mo
Lower of rent or buy scenario
Housing Burden
18%
Healthy
Residual Cash
$5,029/mo
After housing and debt · $1,676/person
Rent vs Buy
Rent first
Main pressure: home prices
Assumptions
Housing Mode
Confidence: MediumHome source: ACSRent source: ACSBEA proxy: nonmetroHousehold size: 3Down payment: 20%Fixed burden: 26%
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Cost Index
108
Average
Based on housing costs · See methodology
Median Home Value
$405,700
Source: Census ACS
National: $303,400
Median Rent
$1,242/mo
Source: Census ACS
National: $1,348/mo
Household Income
$81,250
National: $78,538
Population
6,625
Purchasing Power
96
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
134 / 100
34% above average
Rent Index
92 / 100
8% below average
Goods & Groceries
96 / 100
About the same as most US cities
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Utilities
88 / 100
12% lower utility bills
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Healthcare & Services
98 / 100
In line with national average
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Overall Index
108
Average

Warwick Mortgage Calculator

Pre-filled with the local median home value of $405,700 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
$81,250
Census ACS place context
Rent Burden Estimate
18%
Typical annual rent / local household income
Home Price to Income
5x
Typical home value / local household income
Use this section to judge whether Warwick 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 Warwick, NY

Est. Annual Property Tax
$6,978
Monthly Impact
$582
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%

Compare Warwick to Another City

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Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost Index Comparison (100 = National Avg)

Housing CostsNational Avg: 100
Warwick, NY: 134
Rent Prices
92

FAQ: Living in Warwick

What is the cost of living like in Warwick, NY?+

Living costs in Warwick land close to the national average, with a Cost Index of 108 (where 100 = the US baseline). Housing is the largest variable: the median home value here is $405,700, and typical monthly rents run around $1,242. Groceries and utilities are slightly below what you would find in most US cities.

How does Warwick fit a household housing budget?+

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $1,242, while local median household income is $81,250. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 18% 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 Warwick, 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 $405,700, that translates to roughly $6,978 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 8.52% on everyday purchases.

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

The typical monthly rent in Warwick is around $1,242. That's close to the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $405,700, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

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

The median home in Warwick is valued at $405,700. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $2,051/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 56% of residents here own their homes.

Are groceries and utilities expensive in Warwick?+

Grocery prices in Warwick are about average compared to the rest of the US (index: 96, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are below average (index: 88). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

What is Warwick, NY like to live in?+

Warwick is a small town with a population of about 6,625. The median age of residents is 48.4, skewing somewhat older — common in established suburban communities. The local poverty rate is 6.75%, well below 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