Cost of Living in Altamont, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
150.3
100 = national avg
+50.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,130
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$156,308
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing162.3
Food130.6
Transportation161.2
Healthcare124.5
Utilities130.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,417
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,702
per month
The overall cost of living index in Altamont is 150.3, which is 50.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 162.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,130 per year to cover basic expenses.