Cost of Living in Alden, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.4
100 = national avg
+9.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,150
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,809
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing108.9
Food106.9
Transportation113.8
Healthcare105.5
Utilities105.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,139
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,343
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alden is 109.4, which is 9.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 108.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,150 per year to cover basic expenses.