Cost of Living in Fire Island, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
177.6
100 = national avg
+77.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,157
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$184,735
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing264.3
Food118.9
Transportation137.9
Healthcare115.1
Utilities144.2
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 Fire Island is 177.6, which is 77.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 264.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,157 per year to cover basic expenses.