Greenport, NY vs Hewlett, NY

Hewlett is moderately more affordable than Greenport, with a 9.1% lower cost of living index. Greenport scores 173 compared to 159 for Hewlett, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Greenport can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Greenport is $2,034/month compared to $2,295/month in Hewlett — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Greenport has cheaper rent, Hewlett actually has lower median home values ($609,800 vs $882,200).

Median household income in Greenport is $82,692 compared to $135,139 in Hewlett (-38.8%). Hewlett offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenport spend roughly 29.5% of their income on rent, more than the 20.4% in Hewlett.

Climate-wise, Hewlett is notably warmer with an average of 54.3°F compared to 50.2°F in Greenport. Greenport receives more rainfall at 43.5" per year compared to 43.3" in Hewlett.