Cost of Living in Wallkill, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
126.5
100 = national avg
+26.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,646
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$131,528
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing150.4
Food108.8
Transportation117.6
Healthcare107.0
Utilities115.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,386
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,818
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wallkill is 126.5, which is 26.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 150.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,646 per year to cover basic expenses.