Cost of Living in East Farmingdale, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
196.6
100 = national avg
+96.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$86,494
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$204,441
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing279.9
Food133.7
Transportation167.4
Healthcare127.0
Utilities156.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,379
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,747
per month
The overall cost of living index in East Farmingdale is 196.6, which is 96.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 279.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $86,494 per year to cover basic expenses.