Cost of Living in East Durham, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.8
100 = national avg
+22.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,013
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,668
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing134.1
Food111.4
Transportation122.8
Healthcare109.1
Utilities113.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,118
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,373
per month
The overall cost of living index in East Durham is 122.8, which is 22.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 134.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,013 per year to cover basic expenses.