Cost of Living in Old Forge, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.3
100 = national avg
+39.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,309
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$144,913
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing193.8
Food103.7
Transportation116.2
Healthcare103.0
Utilities121.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$926
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,172
per month
The overall cost of living index in Old Forge is 139.3, which is 39.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 193.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,309 per year to cover basic expenses.