Cost of Living in Kingston, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.4
100 = national avg
+22.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,852
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,287
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing160.5
Food100.0
Transportation100.0
Healthcare100.0
Utilities112.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,386
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,818
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kingston is 122.4, which is 22.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 160.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,852 per year to cover basic expenses.