North Bellmore, NY vs Pelham, NY

North Bellmore is moderately more affordable than Pelham, with a 6.7% lower cost of living index. North Bellmore scores 170 compared to 182 for Pelham, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pelham can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in North Bellmore is $2,573/month compared to $2,288/month in Pelham — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Pelham has cheaper rent, North Bellmore actually has lower median home values ($636,800 vs $891,900).

Median household income in North Bellmore is $183,250 compared to $179,561 in Pelham (+2.1%). North Bellmore offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of North Bellmore spend roughly 16.8% of their income on rent, more than the 15.3% in Pelham.

Climate-wise, Pelham is notably warmer with an average of 56.7°F compared to 53.4°F in North Bellmore. Pelham receives more rainfall at 45.3" per year compared to 38.3" in North Bellmore.