The 10 Most Expensive Cities to Live in the U.S.

6. Wainscott, New York

Wainscott, located on Long Island, has a rich history. The Wainscott School holds a special place in American history as the last one-room schoolhouse, operating from 1730 until 2008, when it expanded with an annex (according to Wikipedia). Owning a piece of this unique American history comes with a hefty price tag, as the average home value reached a substantial $2.56 million in January 2021 (as per Go Banking Rates). Residents in Wainscott face an average of $384,394 in yearly living expenses, making this small place on Long Island one of the most expensive places to call home in the entire country.