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Cost of living in Greene County, NY

Estimated monthly cost
$3,297/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 47,554 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,064 32%
Federal tax $573 17%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $404 12%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $208 6%
State tax $193 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Greene County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,013
per month
1 bedroom
$1,064
per month
2 bedroom
$1,254
per month
3 bedroom
$1,720
per month
4 bedroom
$1,875
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Greene County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,011
per year
Individual earnings
$45,082
per year
Per capita
$41,292
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Greene County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$248,300
Annual property tax
$4,116

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Greene County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$140
per month · 23.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$68
per month
Annual total
$2,496
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Greene County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.5%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Greene County

State and local tax rates for New York.

State income tax
10.9%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
4.0%
Combined sales tax
8.5%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Greene County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.7 min
Drive alone
73.0%
Public transit
2.1%
Work from home
11.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Greene County

What it costs to live in Greene County each month.

Single person
$3,297
per month
  • Rent $1,064
  • Energy $208
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $404
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $573
  • State tax $193
Couple
$4,728
per month
  • Rent $1,254
  • Energy $250
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $669
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $881
  • State tax $325
Family
$7,399
per month
  • Rent $1,720
  • Energy $312
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $1,016
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $881
  • State tax $325

Frequently asked questions about Greene County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Greene County?

In Greene County, NY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,064 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,254 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,720 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Greene County?

In Greene County, NY, the average household income is $74,011 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,082 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Greene County?

The estimated cost of living in Greene County, NY is approximately $3,297 per month for a single person, $4,728 for a couple, $7,399 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Greene County?

The combined sales tax rate in Greene County, NY is 8.52%, which includes the New York state rate of 4.00% plus an average local rate of 4.52%.

Is Greene County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Greene County, NY would need approximately $3,297 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,011 per year ($6,168 per month). Greene County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Greene County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Greene County, NY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Greene County?

The average home value in Greene County, NY is $248,300, with average annual property taxes of $4,116, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Greene County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources