Cost of Living in Moriches, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
166.5
100 = national avg
+66.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$73,240
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$173,113
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing256.0
Food109.8
Transportation119.6
Healthcare107.9
Utilities137.1
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 Moriches is 166.5, which is 66.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 256.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $73,240 per year to cover basic expenses.