Cost of Living in Valley Cottage, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
206.6
100 = national avg
+106.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$90,916
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$214,893
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing262.4
Food152.3
Transportation204.6
Healthcare141.8
Utilities163.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,655
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,910
per month
The overall cost of living index in Valley Cottage is 206.6, which is 106.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 262.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $90,916 per year to cover basic expenses.