Cost of Living in Johnstown, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.1
100 = national avg
-2.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,741
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,023
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing97.9
Food97.6
Transportation95.3
Healthcare98.1
Utilities98.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$828
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,087
per month
The overall cost of living index in Johnstown is 97.1, which is 2.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 97.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,741 per year to cover basic expenses.