Plattsburgh, NY vs Tonawanda Town, NY

Plattsburgh, NY and Tonawanda Town, NY have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1% difference in their overall index. Plattsburgh scores 81 while Tonawanda Town scores 82 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 Plattsburgh is $964/month compared to $1,062/month in Tonawanda Town — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Plattsburgh is more affordable at $189,600 median vs $199,400.

Median household income in Plattsburgh is $53,962 compared to $76,644 in Tonawanda Town (-29.6%). While Tonawanda Town is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Plattsburgh spend roughly 21.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.6% in Tonawanda Town.