Cost of Living in East Meadow, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
217.4
100 = national avg
+117.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$95,658
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$226,100
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing314.7
Food148.4
Transportation162.5
Healthcare138.7
Utilities172.0
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 Meadow is 217.4, which is 117.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 314.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $95,658 per year to cover basic expenses.