Cost of Living in South Lima, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.8
100 = national avg
+13.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,092
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,398
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing112.3
Food110.2
Transportation121.9
Healthcare108.2
Utilities108.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,256
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Lima is 113.8, which is 13.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 112.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,092 per year to cover basic expenses.