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Cost of Living in Saylorsburg

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

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$70,673
$1,312/mo

Median in area: $1,312

$295,722

Median in area: $295,722

$59,144

If you Rent

$1,534 /mo
Base Rent$1,312
Est. Utilities$222
% of Income26.0%
Pre-tax Residual$4,355

If you Buy

$2,350 /mo
P&I (6.945%)$1,565
Taxes & Ins$563
Est. Utilities$222
% of Income39.9%
Pre-tax Residual$3,539

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Saylorsburg?

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in Saylorsburg. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $1,534, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $2,350 per month (a difference of $816).

How much do utilities cost in Saylorsburg?

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in Saylorsburg 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 Saylorsburg?

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in Saylorsburg without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $61,360 per year.