Cost of Living in West Bay Shore, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
219.0
100 = national avg
+119.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$96,365
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$227,772
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing299.1
Food151.0
Transportation201.9
Healthcare140.8
Utilities170.4
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 West Bay Shore is 219.0, which is 119.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 299.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $96,365 per year to cover basic expenses.