Holland, NY vs Lowville, NY

Lowville is moderately more affordable than Holland, with a 6.7% lower cost of living index. Holland scores 73 compared to 68 for Lowville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Holland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Holland is $742/month compared to $747/month in Lowville — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Holland has cheaper rent, Lowville actually has lower median home values ($159,600 vs $207,900).

Median household income in Holland is $41,250 compared to $73,656 in Lowville (-44%). Lowville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Holland spend roughly 21.6% of their income on rent, more than the 12.2% in Lowville.

Climate-wise, Holland is notably warmer with an average of 48.8°F compared to 45.3°F in Lowville. Holland receives more rainfall at 40.7" per year compared to 37.1" in Lowville.