Cost of Living in Shirley, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
181.6
100 = national avg
+81.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$79,886
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$188,822
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing247.0
Food130.5
Transportation161.1
Healthcare124.4
Utilities147.7
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 Shirley is 181.6, which is 81.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 247.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $79,886 per year to cover basic expenses.