Cost of Living in Plainview, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
278.7
100 = national avg
+178.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$122,640
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$289,876
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing364.4
Food191.8
Transportation283.6
Healthcare173.4
Utilities200.0
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 Plainview is 278.7, which is 178.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 364.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $122,640 per year to cover basic expenses.