Plattsburgh, NY vs Troy, NY

Plattsburgh, NY and Troy, NY have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.2% difference in their overall index. Plattsburgh scores 81 while Troy scores 85 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 $1,134/month in Troy — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Plattsburgh is more affordable at $189,600 median vs $192,500.

Median household income in Plattsburgh is $53,962 compared to $57,688 in Troy (-6.5%). While Troy 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, less than the 23.6% in Troy.