Cost of Living in East Kingston, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.9
100 = national avg
+12.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,687
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,441
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing127.8
Food103.0
Transportation105.9
Healthcare102.4
Utilities107.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,386
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,818
per month
The overall cost of living index in East Kingston is 112.9, which is 12.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 127.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,687 per year to cover basic expenses.