Cost of Living in Oceanside, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
217.2
100 = national avg
+117.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$95,549
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$225,844
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing290.4
Food161.0
Transportation171.3
Healthcare148.8
Utilities174.7
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 Oceanside is 217.2, which is 117.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 290.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $95,549 per year to cover basic expenses.