Cost of Living in York, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.5
100 = national avg
+20.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,022
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,326
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.7
Food113.6
Transportation127.2
Healthcare110.9
Utilities112.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,256
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The overall cost of living index in York is 120.5, which is 20.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,022 per year to cover basic expenses.