Cost of Living in Middle Island, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
157.8
100 = national avg
+57.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,443
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$164,137
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing211.6
Food118.6
Transportation137.1
Healthcare114.8
Utilities133.5
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 Middle Island is 157.8, which is 57.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 211.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,443 per year to cover basic expenses.