Cost of Living in Northwest Ithaca, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.9
100 = national avg
+5.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,600
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,146
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing146.1
Food87.5
Transportation75.0
Healthcare90.0
Utilities101.7
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 Northwest Ithaca is 105.9, which is 5.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 146.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,600 per year to cover basic expenses.