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Cost of Living in New Windsor

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

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$84,519
$1,559/mo

Median in area: $1,559

$343,387

Median in area: $343,387

$68,677

If you Rent

$1,830 /mo
Base Rent$1,559
Est. Utilities$271
% of Income26.0%
Pre-tax Residual$5,213

If you Buy

$2,789 /mo
P&I (6.935%)$1,816
Taxes & Ins$702
Est. Utilities$271
% of Income39.6%
Pre-tax Residual$4,255

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in New Windsor?

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in New Windsor. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $1,830, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $2,789 per month (a difference of $959).

How much do utilities cost in New Windsor?

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in New Windsor is approximately $271. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

What is a good salary to live comfortably in New Windsor?

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in New Windsor without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $73,200 per year.