Cost of Living in Ontario, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.4
100 = national avg
-8.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,237
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,106
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing100.4
Food90.2
Transportation80.4
Healthcare92.2
Utilities94.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,256
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ontario is 91.4, which is 8.6% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 100.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,237 per year to cover basic expenses.