Levittown, NY vs Long Beach, NY

Levittown, NY and Long Beach, NY have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.7% difference in their overall index. Levittown scores 161 while Long Beach scores 166 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 Levittown is $2,491/month compared to $2,377/month in Long Beach — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Long Beach has cheaper rent, Levittown actually has lower median home values ($564,000 vs $661,500).

Median household income in Levittown is $139,696 compared to $130,795 in Long Beach (+6.8%). Levittown offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Levittown spend roughly 21.4% of their income on rent, less than the 21.8% in Long Beach.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.4°F vs 54.3°F). Long Beach receives more rainfall at 43.3" per year compared to 38.3" in Levittown.