Cost of Living in Sound Beach, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
218.7
100 = national avg
+118.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$96,241
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$227,480
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing282.3
Food157.6
Transportation215.2
Healthcare146.1
Utilities171.0
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 Sound Beach is 218.7, which is 118.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 282.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $96,241 per year to cover basic expenses.