Cost of Living in Garden City South, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
237.0
100 = national avg
+137.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$104,286
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$246,495
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing313.5
Food165.2
Transportation230.3
Healthcare152.1
Utilities181.8
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 Garden City South is 237.0, which is 137.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 313.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $104,286 per year to cover basic expenses.