Cost of Living in Wantagh, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
248.9
100 = national avg
+148.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$109,525
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$258,878
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing301.4
Food183.6
Transportation267.2
Healthcare166.9
Utilities190.4
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 Wantagh is 248.9, which is 148.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 301.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $109,525 per year to cover basic expenses.