Cost of Living in Dresden, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.2
100 = national avg
-3.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,330
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,054
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.9
Food102.4
Transportation104.8
Healthcare101.9
Utilities98.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$836
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,097
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dresden is 96.2, which is 3.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,330 per year to cover basic expenses.