Cost of Living in Lewiston, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.1
100 = national avg
+13.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,781
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,664
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing127.9
Food103.2
Transportation106.4
Healthcare102.5
Utilities107.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,139
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,343
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lewiston is 113.1, which is 13.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 127.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,781 per year to cover basic expenses.