Cost of Living in Long Beach, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
219.5
100 = national avg
+119.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$96,567
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$228,248
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing312.4
Food150.0
Transportation175.9
Healthcare140.0
Utilities172.5
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 Long Beach is 219.5, which is 119.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 312.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $96,567 per year to cover basic expenses.