Cost of Living in Hillside Lake, NY

With a cost of living index of 103, Hillside Lake, NY is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 3% more expensive than the national average and 8% below the New York state average of 111. Hillside Lake is a small community of 1,073 residents.

The median household income in Hillside Lake is $98,438, which is 31% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Hillside Lake. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50.5°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 29°F. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches spread over roughly 132 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.