Cost of Living in Merritt Park, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
237.7
100 = national avg
+137.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$104,592
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$247,217
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing342.0
Food154.1
Transportation208.3
Healthcare143.3
Utilities180.9
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 Merritt Park is 237.7, which is 137.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 342.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $104,592 per year to cover basic expenses.