Cost of Living in Central Square, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
107.7
100 = national avg
+7.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,366
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,956
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing117.3
Food101.4
Transportation102.8
Healthcare101.1
Utilities104.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,123
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,392
per month
The overall cost of living index in Central Square is 107.7, which is 7.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 117.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,366 per year to cover basic expenses.