Cost of Living in South Farmingdale, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
246.1
100 = national avg
+146.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$108,288
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$255,952
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing316.3
Food174.2
Transportation248.4
Healthcare159.4
Utilities187.8
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 South Farmingdale is 246.1, which is 146.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 316.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $108,288 per year to cover basic expenses.