Cost of Living in Port Jefferson, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
226.6
100 = national avg
+126.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$99,697
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$235,648
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing299.3
Food159.4
Transportation218.8
Healthcare147.5
Utilities175.5
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 Port Jefferson is 226.6, which is 126.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 299.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $99,697 per year to cover basic expenses.