Cost of Living in Lake George, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.8
100 = national avg
+4.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,122
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,017
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing136.9
Food90.1
Transportation80.1
Healthcare92.0
Utilities101.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,066
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,348
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lake George is 104.8, which is 4.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 136.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,122 per year to cover basic expenses.