Cost of Living in Mount Vernon, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
157.3
100 = national avg
+57.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,192
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$163,546
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing225.2
Food109.0
Transportation137.5
Healthcare107.2
Utilities130.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,655
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,910
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mount Vernon is 157.3, which is 57.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 225.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,192 per year to cover basic expenses.