salaryRent is lower than in 56% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 14.1 years of household income, so buying is hard for most locals. Commutes are short, about 18.9 minutes. Most households rent (67%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $61,320 a year. That is $29 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other New York cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of New York. It is number 95 of 343 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Kiryas Joel?
Share of households by yearly income. 13.6% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Kiryas Joel
| Size | Kiryas Joel | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $1,555 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,458 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,963 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,888 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Kiryas Joel overall?
Everyday prices in the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh metro area are 9% above the U.S. average (index 109.4, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Kiryas Joel
Life in Kiryas Joel
What jobs pay in Kiryas Joel
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Physician Assistant | $154,610 | 11.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $151,740 | 12.1% |
| Software Developer | $145,830 | 12.6% |
| Pharmacist | $140,080 | 13.1% |
| Lawyer | $138,630 | 13.3% |
| Registered Nurse | $102,890 | 17.9% |
| Operations Manager | $102,140 | 18.0% |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,600 | 18.3% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,290 | 18.7% |
| Civil Engineer | $98,180 | 18.7% |
| Accountant | $88,900 | 20.7% |
| Police Officer | $87,930 | 20.9% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $81,770 | 22.5% |
| Market Research Analyst | $76,300 | 24.1% |
| Firefighter | $76,120 | 24.2% |
| Electrician | $70,100 | 26.2% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $66,360 | 27.7% |
| HVAC Technician | $65,530 | 28.1% |
| Plumber | $64,990 | 28.3% |
| Carpenter | $63,540 | 29.0% |
| Truck Driver | $62,760 | 29.3% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,950 | 39.2% |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 | 40.2% |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,550 | 40.4% |
| Medical Assistant | $45,450 | 40.5% |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,510 | 41.3% |
| Restaurant Cook | $44,000 | 41.8% |
| Retail Salesperson | $36,160 | 50.9% |
| Cashier | $35,000 | 52.6% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Kiryas Joel?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $3,732 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $758,800 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $75,880 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Kiryas Joel, NY?
Renting in Kiryas Joel costs a median of about $1,533 a month in 2026, including utilities. The New York median is $2,177.
How much do I need to make to live in Kiryas Joel?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $61,320 a year, or $29 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Kiryas Joel cheap or expensive?
Kiryas Joel is rated Expensive: rent takes 34.1% of the typical household income of $53,960. It ranks 95th cheapest of 343 New York cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Kiryas Joel?
The median homeowner in Kiryas Joel pays $3,663 a year in property taxes, about 0.48% of the median home value.
Is Kiryas Joel more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 9% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Kiryas Joel?
The median home value in Kiryas Joel is $758,800, about 14.1 times the typical yearly household income.
38,916 people live in Kiryas Joel. Numbers are typical (middle) values.