Cost of Living in Garden City, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
293.7
100 = national avg
+193.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$129,245
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$305,489
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food200.0
Transportation208.6
Healthcare199.9
Utilities200.0
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 is 293.7, which is 193.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $129,245 per year to cover basic expenses.