Cost of Living in Beacon, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
160.4
100 = national avg
+60.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,577
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$166,819
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing210.7
Food121.3
Transportation145.7
Healthcare117.1
Utilities134.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,549
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,979
per month
The overall cost of living index in Beacon is 160.4, which is 60.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 210.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,577 per year to cover basic expenses.