Cost of Living in Clarkson, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.4
100 = national avg
+13.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,906
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,959
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing120.3
Food106.7
Transportation113.3
Healthcare105.3
Utilities108.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,256
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The overall cost of living index in Clarkson is 113.4, which is 13.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 120.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,906 per year to cover basic expenses.