Cost of Living in Chatham, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.3
100 = national avg
+29.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,891
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,469
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing140.2
Food116.2
Transportation132.4
Healthcare113.0
Utilities117.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,263
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,434
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chatham is 129.3, which is 29.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 140.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,891 per year to cover basic expenses.