Cost of Living in Forest Home, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
141.0
100 = national avg
+41.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,052
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$146,669
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing222.5
Food95.2
Transportation90.4
Healthcare96.1
Utilities121.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,466
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,753
per month
The overall cost of living index in Forest Home is 141.0, which is 41.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 222.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,052 per year to cover basic expenses.