Cost of Living in Brookhaven, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
182.9
100 = national avg
+82.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$80,473
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$190,209
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing269.0
Food122.9
Transportation145.7
Healthcare118.3
Utilities147.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,379
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,747
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brookhaven is 182.9, which is 82.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 269.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $80,473 per year to cover basic expenses.