Cost of Living in Jefferson, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.5
100 = national avg
+15.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,799
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,070
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing131.9
Food104.1
Transportation108.2
Healthcare103.3
Utilities108.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,417
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,702
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jefferson is 115.5, which is 15.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 131.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,799 per year to cover basic expenses.