Cost of Living in Cayuga, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.6
100 = national avg
+15.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,885
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,274
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.7
Food122.7
Transportation145.4
Healthcare118.1
Utilities111.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$889
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,124
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cayuga is 115.6, which is 15.6% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,885 per year to cover basic expenses.