Cost of Living in Cairo, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.4
100 = national avg
+5.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,376
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,615
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing135.1
Food91.6
Transportation82.2
Healthcare93.3
Utilities102.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,118
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,373
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cairo is 105.4, which is 5.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 135.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,376 per year to cover basic expenses.