Leicester, NY vs Youngstown, NY

Leicester, NY and Youngstown, NY have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1% difference in their overall index. Leicester scores 77 while Youngstown scores 78 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 Leicester is $1,040/month compared to $928/month in Youngstown — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Youngstown has cheaper rent, Leicester actually has lower median home values ($133,900 vs $199,500).

Median household income in Leicester is $78,333 compared to $81,818 in Youngstown (-4.3%). While Youngstown is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Leicester spend roughly 15.9% of their income on rent, more than the 13.6% in Youngstown.