Cost of Living in Leicester, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
108.6
100 = national avg
+8.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,776
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$112,924
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing105.9
Food109.9
Transportation103.8
Healthcare107.9
Utilities107.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,256
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The overall cost of living index in Leicester is 108.6, which is 8.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,776 per year to cover basic expenses.