Cost of Living in West Hempstead, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
251.6
100 = national avg
+151.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$110,717
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$261,696
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing360.1
Food172.5
Transportation184.2
Healthcare158.0
Utilities195.5
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 Hempstead is 251.6, which is 151.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 360.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $110,717 per year to cover basic expenses.