COST OF LIVING 2007

The New York metropolitan area identified by the U.S. government for statistical comparisons includes Northern New Jersey and Long Island as well. The cost of living index (CPI -- 228.552) for this area is 9.4% above the national U.S. city average (CPI -- 208.936).

Cost of Living Increases for the New York Area:
(October 2006-2007)
Cost Price Index for All Consumer Items: 3.1%
Food and beverages: 3.9%
Housing: 2.9%
Medical Care: 5.5%
Transportation: 4.8%

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