Cost of Living in St. James, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
216.9
100 = national avg
+116.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$95,419
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$225,536
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing296.1
Food149.8
Transportation199.6
Healthcare139.8
Utilities169.1
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 St. James is 216.9, which is 116.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 296.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $95,419 per year to cover basic expenses.