A week (7 nights) in New York costs about $2,541 per person on a mid-range budget in 2026, before flights. Budget travellers spend about $917 and luxury travellers about $7,707. These figures are averages of what travellers spend per person per day, with accommodation based on a shared double room. For photos, tips and the best time to go, see our New York trip costs guide.
Accommodation is the biggest part: about $175 of the $363 mid-range daily cost, assuming you share a double room. You can calculate your New York budget for your group, in your own currency.
New York daily costs by travel style
| Style | Per day | Accommodation | Local transport | Food, activities & extras | 7 nights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | $131 | $63 | $18 | $50 | $917 |
| Mid-range | $363 | $175 | $49 | $139 | $2,541 |
| Luxury | $1,101 | $532 | $144 | $425 | $7,707 |
“Food, activities & extras” is the daily total minus accommodation and transport, so each row adds up to the daily total.
Where the money goes
On a mid-range trip, accommodation takes almost half of the daily budget. Local transport is small by comparison ($49 a day mid-range), because the subway is cheap compared with taxis. Food, sightseeing and other extras make up the rest.
Money-saving tips for New York
- Use the fare cap. Subway and local bus rides cost $3, and if you tap the same card or phone, you pay no more than $35 in any 7 days.
- Take the train from JFK. AirTrain ($8.75) plus subway ($3) is about $11.75 per person. A yellow taxi to Manhattan is a $70 flat fare plus surcharges, tolls and tip.
- Enjoy the free views. The Staten Island Ferry past the Statue of Liberty is free.
- Budget for tax. Prices on shelves and menus usually exclude the 8.875% sales tax, which is added when you pay.
- Pick museums carefully. Adult tickets at The Met and MoMA are $30 each; plan the ones you really want to see.
- Share a room. The accommodation figures assume two people sharing; travelling solo can nearly double that line.
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Frequently asked questions
How much money do I need for 7 days in New York?
About $2,541 per person for a mid-range week, $917 on a tight budget and $7,707 for luxury, before flights.
Is accommodation included in these figures?
Yes. Accommodation is the largest part of the daily cost and assumes one person sharing a double room, so a solo traveller should expect to pay more for a room.
What is the cheapest way from JFK airport to Manhattan?
AirTrain JFK ($8.75) plus the subway ($3), about $11.75 per person. A yellow taxi has a $70 flat fare to Manhattan plus surcharges, tolls and tip.
Do these costs include flights?
No. Flight prices change daily, so add the fare you find in our calculator to see your full trip cost.
Estimates only. Last updated November 2026.
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