Cost of Living in Hillcrest, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
226.7
100 = national avg
+126.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$99,754
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$235,782
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing301.2
Food158.7
Transportation217.5
Healthcare147.0
Utilities175.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,655
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,910
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hillcrest is 226.7, which is 126.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 301.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $99,754 per year to cover basic expenses.