Cost of Living in Hamilton, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
118.4
100 = national avg
+18.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,078
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$123,093
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing155.9
Food97.4
Transportation94.8
Healthcare97.9
Utilities109.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,123
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,392
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hamilton is 118.4, which is 18.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 155.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,078 per year to cover basic expenses.