Cost of Living in Chester, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
152.2
100 = national avg
+52.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,951
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$158,247
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing182.4
Food124.3
Transportation148.7
Healthcare119.5
Utilities131.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,549
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,979
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chester is 152.2, which is 52.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 182.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,951 per year to cover basic expenses.