Cost of Living in Shelter Island Heights, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
237.2
100 = national avg
+137.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$104,354
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$246,654
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food129.4
Transportation158.8
Healthcare123.5
Utilities177.6
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 Shelter Island Heights is 237.2, which is 137.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $104,354 per year to cover basic expenses.