Cost of Living in East Hampton, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
244.3
100 = national avg
+144.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$107,494
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$254,076
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food137.4
Transportation174.8
Healthcare129.9
Utilities182.5
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 Hampton is 244.3, which is 144.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $107,494 per year to cover basic expenses.