Cost of Living in Lawrence, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
282.5
100 = national avg
+182.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$124,315
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$293,835
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing394.7
Food183.6
Transportation267.2
Healthcare166.9
Utilities200.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,379
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,747
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lawrence is 282.5, which is 182.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 394.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $124,315 per year to cover basic expenses.