Cost of Living in Northeast Ithaca, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
148.6
100 = national avg
+48.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,387
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,551
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing207.1
Food120.1
Transportation80.9
Healthcare116.1
Utilities133.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,466
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,753
per month
The overall cost of living index in Northeast Ithaca is 148.6, which is 48.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 207.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,387 per year to cover basic expenses.