Hauppauge, NY vs Manhasset, NY

Hauppauge is moderately more affordable than Manhasset, with a 14.5% lower cost of living index. Hauppauge scores 174 compared to 204 for Manhasset, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Manhasset can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hauppauge is $2,726/month compared to $1,798/month in Manhasset — a 52% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Manhasset has cheaper rent, Hauppauge actually has lower median home values ($634,700 vs $1,338,700).

Median household income in Hauppauge is $145,987 compared to $180,776 in Manhasset (-19.2%). While Manhasset is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hauppauge spend roughly 22.4% of their income on rent, more than the 11.9% in Manhasset.

Climate-wise, Manhasset is notably warmer with an average of 56.7°F compared to 53.1°F in Hauppauge. Hauppauge receives more rainfall at 46" per year compared to 45.3" in Manhasset.