Cost of Living in Rome, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.4
100 = national avg
-4.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,966
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,193
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing99.6
Food95.0
Transportation90.0
Healthcare96.0
Utilities96.9
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 Rome is 95.4, which is 4.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 99.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,966 per year to cover basic expenses.