Cost of Living in Mechanicstown, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
144.4
100 = national avg
+44.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,531
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$150,164
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing174.0
Food119.1
Transportation138.2
Healthcare115.3
Utilities126.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,549
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,979
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mechanicstown is 144.4, which is 44.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 174.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,531 per year to cover basic expenses.