Highland Falls, NY vs Mount Kisco, NY

Highland Falls is moderately more affordable than Mount Kisco, with a 8.2% lower cost of living index. Highland Falls scores 119 compared to 129 for Mount Kisco, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Mount Kisco can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Highland Falls is $1,731/month compared to $1,656/month in Mount Kisco — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Mount Kisco has cheaper rent, Highland Falls actually has lower median home values ($340,600 vs $485,800).

Median household income in Highland Falls is $107,500 compared to $93,057 in Mount Kisco (+15.5%). Highland Falls offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Highland Falls spend roughly 19.3% of their income on rent, less than the 21.4% in Mount Kisco.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.4°F vs 52°F). Mount Kisco receives more rainfall at 47.8" per year compared to 41" in Highland Falls.