Cost of Living in Latham, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
148.6
100 = national avg
+48.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,381
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,536
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing164.8
Food127.6
Transportation155.3
Healthcare122.1
Utilities129.6
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 Latham is 148.6, which is 48.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 164.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,381 per year to cover basic expenses.