Cost of Living in Stony Brook, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
246.0
100 = national avg
+146.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$108,234
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$255,826
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing316.9
Food173.9
Transportation247.7
Healthcare159.1
Utilities187.7
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 Stony Brook is 246.0, which is 146.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 316.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $108,234 per year to cover basic expenses.