Cost of Living in East Rockaway, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
206.4
100 = national avg
+106.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$90,811
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$214,644
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing301.1
Food135.9
Transportation171.8
Healthcare128.7
Utilities161.8
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 Rockaway is 206.4, which is 106.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 301.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $90,811 per year to cover basic expenses.