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Cost of Living in Mastic

Is it better to rent or buy in Mastic? Explore median costs, utility estimates, and run the numbers on your own budget to see how far your income goes.

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$86,827
$1,762/mo

Median in area: $1,762

$432,873

Median in area: $432,873

$86,575

If you Rent

$1,984 /mo
Base Rent$1,762
Est. Utilities$222
% of Income27.4%
Pre-tax Residual$5,252

If you Buy

$3,350 /mo
P&I (6.872%)$2,274
Taxes & Ins$854
Est. Utilities$222
% of Income46.3%
Pre-tax Residual$3,885

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Mastic?›

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in Mastic. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $1,984, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $3,350 per month (a difference of $1,366).

How much do utilities cost in Mastic?›

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in Mastic is approximately $222. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

What is a good salary to live comfortably in Mastic?›

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in Mastic without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $79,360 per year.