Apalachin, NY vs Pavilion, NY

Pavilion is moderately more affordable than Apalachin, with a 11.2% lower cost of living index. Apalachin scores 72 compared to 65 for Pavilion, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Apalachin 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 $588/month in Pavilion — a 48% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pavilion is more affordable at $150,700 median vs $160,800.

Median household income in Apalachin is $79,919 compared to $83,511 in Pavilion (-4.3%). Pavilion offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Apalachin spend roughly 13.1% of their income on rent, more than the 8.4% in Pavilion.

Climate-wise, Pavilion 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 Pavilion.