Cost of Living in Jay, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.2
100 = national avg
-12.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,381
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,718
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing93.6
Food78.3
Transportation116.1
Healthcare82.6
Utilities85.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,257
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,471
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jay is 87.2, which is 12.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,381 per year to cover basic expenses.