Cost of Living in Friendship, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
78.5
100 = national avg
-21.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,532
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,621
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.5
Food82.7
Transportation65.3
Healthcare86.1
Utilities86.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$754
per month
2 Bedroom
$974
per month
The overall cost of living index in Friendship is 78.5, which is 21.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,532 per year to cover basic expenses.