Cost of Living in West Elmira, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
146.6
100 = national avg
+46.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,497
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$152,448
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing148.8
Food132.1
Transportation164.1
Healthcare125.6
Utilities129.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$978
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,283
per month
The overall cost of living index in West Elmira is 146.6, which is 46.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 148.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,497 per year to cover basic expenses.