Clayton, NY vs Hammondsport, NY

Hammondsport is moderately more affordable than Clayton, with a 8.2% lower cost of living index. Clayton scores 80 compared to 74 for Hammondsport, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clayton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clayton is $1,057/month compared to $722/month in Hammondsport — a 46% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hammondsport is more affordable at $189,200 median vs $192,900.

Median household income in Clayton is $57,125 compared to $70,521 in Hammondsport (-19%). Hammondsport offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clayton spend roughly 22.2% of their income on rent, more than the 12.3% in Hammondsport.

Climate-wise, Hammondsport is notably warmer with an average of 48.7°F compared to 45.3°F in Clayton. Clayton receives more rainfall at 37.1" per year compared to 30.2" in Hammondsport.