Cost of Living in Levittown, NY
Updated November 2026 · Nassau County · New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area · population 51,904
Prices in Levittown are 25.1% above the US average (local index 125.1; the BEA index for the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area is 112.6), with local housing the biggest cost driver at 202.2; a single adult's modelled budget is about $4,077 a month and the median rent is $2,656.
Prices by category
CostLiving local estimate. 100 = US average; 110 means prices are 10% higher. Housing reflects Levittown's own median rent compared with the area's average rent; goods, utilities and other services are BEA's official price parities for the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area, unchanged.
Levittown price index by category, US average = 100: All items 125.1, Housing (rents) 202.2, Goods 110.3, Utilities 127.0, Other services 105.8
It is the most expensive of the 19 New York cities in our data. More expensive than 96% of the cities we cover.
| BEA index | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 114.9 | 115.6 | 114.8 | 113.0 | 112.6 | 112.6 |
Monthly budget by household type
1 adult · 1-bedroom · modelled estimate for Levittown, NY
| Category | Per month | Per year | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing (rent) | $2,144 | $25,728 | 53% |
| Utilities | $316 | $3,792 | 8% |
| Food at home | $311 | $3,732 | 8% |
| Transportation | $752 | $9,024 | 18% |
| Health care | $372 | $4,464 | 9% |
| Clothing, personal care & supplies | $182 | $2,184 | 4% |
| Total | $4,077 | $48,924 | 100% |
2 adults · 2-bedroom · modelled estimate for Levittown, NY
| Category | Per month | Per year | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing (rent) | $2,444 | $29,328 | 40% |
| Utilities | $505 | $6,060 | 8% |
| Food at home | $574 | $6,888 | 9% |
| Transportation | $1,492 | $17,904 | 25% |
| Health care | $689 | $8,268 | 11% |
| Clothing, personal care & supplies | $360 | $4,320 | 6% |
| Total | $6,064 | $72,768 | 100% |
2 adults + 2 children · 3-bedroom · modelled estimate for Levittown, NY
| Category | Per month | Per year | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing (rent) | $2,751 | $33,012 | 38% |
| Utilities | $614 | $7,368 | 8% |
| Food at home | $819 | $9,828 | 11% |
| Transportation | $1,976 | $23,712 | 27% |
| Health care | $642 | $7,704 | 9% |
| Clothing, personal care & supplies | $464 | $5,568 | 6% |
| Total | $7,266 | $87,192 | 100% |
Modelled estimate of basic costs, excluding taxes, child care and savings. Housing is rent excluding tenant-paid utilities (counted under utilities). See how the budget is calculated.
Housing costs in Levittown
Rent by number of bedrooms
| Size | Median rent |
|---|---|
| Studio | $2,346 modelled from city median rent |
| 1 bedroom | $2,321 modelled from city median rent |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,645 modelled from city median rent |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,977 modelled from city median rent |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,500+ modelled from city median rent |
Median rent: Census ACS 2020-2024 median gross rent by bedrooms (rent plus tenant-paid utilities, all renters).
Rent, home values and affordability
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median gross rent | $2,656 |
| Median contract rent (excl. utilities) | $2,454 |
| Median home value | $590,500 |
| Owner costs with a mortgage | $3,355/mo |
| Median household income | $146,068 |
| Rent as % of renter income Moderate | 28.5% |
| Home value ÷ household income Moderate | 4.0× |
Census ACS 5-year 2020-2024.
Electricity and gas prices
Residential electricity in New York
28.65¢ per kWh, August 2026
12-month change: +7.5% (from 26.64¢) · US 18.16¢
Average household uses 586 kWh a month in New York ≈ $168/month. Source: EIA-861M (statewide average).
Regular gasoline
$4.22 per gallon, week of 2026-11-02
12-month change: +40.4% (from $3.00) · US $4.15
EIA weekly retail price survey.
Inflation in the Northeast
Consumer prices in the Northeast Census region rose +4.2% in the 12 months to September 2026 (US +3.7%). Nationally, food at home changed +1.8%, shelter +3.2% and energy +20.4%. Source: BLS CPI-U, not seasonally adjusted. CPI is published for regions and large metro areas, so the regional figure is shown.
Salary equivalent
Because prices in Levittown are 25.1% above the US average, $60,000 here has the buying power of about $48,000 in an average-priced US area.
Formula: US-equivalent = salary × 100 ÷ 125.1. Based on the local cost index (CostLiving estimate from BEA RPP and Census rents); taxes not included.
Nearby cities
| City | Distance | Index | Budget (single) | Median rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hempstead, NY | 6 mi | 110.7 | $3,269 | $1,622 |
| New Rochelle, NY | 20 mi | 114.8 | $3,544 | $1,917 |
| Mount Vernon, NY | 21 mi | 110.8 | $3,164 | $1,629 |
| New York, NY | 23 mi | 113.5 | $3,490 | $1,821 |
| Yonkers, NY | 24 mi | 112.9 | $3,366 | $1,784 |
| White Plains, NY | 24 mi | 119.7 | $3,839 | $2,269 |
Cities with a similar cost of living
| City | Index | Budget (single) | Median rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Livermore, CA | 125.1 | $3,948 | $2,677 |
| Walnut Creek, CA | 125.1 | $4,235 | $2,680 |
| Carlsbad, CA | 125.0 | $4,149 | $2,808 |
| Fountain Valley, CA | 124.9 | $4,033 | $2,631 |
| Santa Clara, CA | 125.3 | $4,540 | $3,016 |
| Lake Forest, CA | 125.5 | $4,091 | $2,672 |
Compare Levittown with another city
Frequently asked questions
Is Levittown, NY an expensive place to live?
Levittown has a local cost of living index of 125.1, which is 25.1% above the US average. This CostLiving estimate starts from the BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area (112.6) and adjusts housing to Levittown's own rents. It is 17.2 points above the New York average. It is the most expensive of the 19 New York cities in our data. More expensive than 96% of the cities we cover.
How much money do you need to live in Levittown?
Our modelled estimate of basic monthly costs is $4,077 for a single adult, $6,064 for a couple and $7,266 for a family of four, before taxes, child care and savings. A $60,000 salary in an average-priced US area buys about the same as $75,000 in Levittown.
What is the average rent in Levittown?
The median gross rent (rent plus tenant-paid utilities) is $2,656 a month (Census ACS 2020-2024). By size: 1 bedroom $2,321, 2 bedrooms $2,645, 3 bedrooms $2,977. The typical renter spends 28.5% of household income on rent (moderate).
How much does a house cost in Levittown?
The median owner-estimated home value is $590,500, 4 times the median household income of $146,068 (moderate). Owners with a mortgage pay a median $3,355 a month in housing costs.
How much is electricity and gas in Levittown?
New York residential electricity averaged 28.65¢ per kWh in August 2026 (US 18.16¢). Regular gasoline was $4.22 a gallon (New York average, week of 2026-11-02).
Sources and notes
- Local cost index: CostLiving estimate from BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metropolitan statistical area (BEA index 112.6) with housing from Census ACS median rent (city figure); see the methodology.
- Rents, home values, income, population: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year 2020-2024, Census place 3642081 (Levittown CDP).
- Electricity: EIA-861M, New York residential average, August 2026.
- Gasoline: EIA weekly retail regular gasoline, New York, week of 2026-11-02.
- Inflation: BLS CPI-U Northeast region, September 2026.
- Budget baselines: BLS Consumer Expenditure Survey 2025; electricity use by household size: EIA RECS 2020.
- Rents by bedrooms: modelled from city median rent (city bedroom medians: 2BR median has a wide margin of error).
Labels such as “county figure” or “state nonmetro figure” mark values that come from a larger area because the city-level figure is unavailable or unreliable. The monthly budget is a modelled estimate, not observed spending, and excludes taxes. This page is for general information and is not financial advice. Methodology · All sources