Apalachin, NY vs Hilton, NY

Apalachin is moderately more affordable than Hilton, with a 14.1% lower cost of living index. Apalachin scores 72 compared to 84 for Hilton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hilton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Apalachin is $871/month compared to $1,138/month in Hilton — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Apalachin is more affordable at $160,800 median vs $178,500.

Median household income in Apalachin is $79,919 compared to $85,390 in Hilton (-6.4%). Hilton does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Apalachin spend roughly 13.1% of their income on rent, less than the 16% in Hilton.

Climate-wise, Hilton is notably warmer with an average of 49.5°F compared to 46.3°F in Apalachin. Apalachin receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 35.1" in Hilton.