Jamestown West, NY vs Seneca Falls, NY

Jamestown West, NY and Seneca Falls, NY have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.9% difference in their overall index. Jamestown West scores 75 while Seneca Falls scores 73 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Jamestown West is $880/month compared to $905/month in Seneca Falls — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Jamestown West has cheaper rent, Seneca Falls actually has lower median home values ($119,300 vs $145,400).

Median household income in Jamestown West is $64,034 compared to $54,429 in Seneca Falls (+17.6%). While Jamestown West is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Jamestown West spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, less than the 20% in Seneca Falls.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.8°F vs 48.7°F). Jamestown West receives more rainfall at 33" per year compared to 30.2" in Seneca Falls.