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Plainview, NY
Full City Profile · New York · Nassau County County
3.9
/5.0
B+
Good
26,251
Population
4,589/sq mi density
$185,531
Median Income
$73,698 per capita
$729,100
Home Value
$940,059 Zillow
$3,026
Median Rent
43.2% income on rent
54°F
Avg Temperature
275 sunny days/yr
22
Violent Crime/100K
356 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$185,531 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$729,100 home value, $3,026/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
22 violent crimes/100K
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
107.9
Above national average
100 = US average
Median Monthly Rent
$3,026
160% above US avg
Avg Annual Property Tax
$15,590
345% above US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$1,215
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,315
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,579
per month
3 Bedroom
$1,976
per month
4 Bedroom
$2,193
per month
Childcare Costs
Infant (Center)
$1,407/mo
$16,884/year
Toddler (Center)
$1,299/mo
$15,588/year
Preschool (Center)
$1,269/mo
$15,228/year
Infant (Family)
$1,299/mo
$15,588/year
Toddler (Family)
$1,256/mo
$15,072/year
Preschool (Family)
$1,191/mo
$14,292/year
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $269.75 |
| Specialist Visit | $377.65 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $215.80 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,373.80 |
| Dental Cleaning | $140.27 |
| Dental Filling | $269.75 |
| Root Canal | $1,079.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,294.80 |
| Tooth Extraction | $269.75 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,618.50 |
| Teeth Whitening | $539.50 |
| Dental Implant | $4,316.00 |
| Eye Exam | $215.80 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $377.65 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $269.75 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,697.50 per eye |
| X-Ray | $269.75 |
| MRI | $1,618.50 |
| CT Scan | $1,294.80 |
| Ultrasound | $431.60 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $161.85 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $161.85 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $80.93 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $269.75 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $188.83 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $323.70 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,697.50 |
| Mammogram | $323.70 |
| Knee Replacement | $37,765.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $34,528.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,776.50 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $26,975.00 |
| Appendectomy | $16,185.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $23,738.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $14,027.00 |
| Flu Shot | $43.16 |
| COVID Test | $107.90 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $16.19 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $269.75 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,294.80 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $48.56 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $80.93 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $323.70 |
| Tire Rotation | $43.16 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $647.40 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $215.80 |
| Transmission Repair | $3,237.00 |
| AC Repair | $539.50 |
| Windshield Replacement | $377.65 |
| Wheel Alignment | $107.90 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $215.80 |
| Alternator Replacement | $539.50 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $755.30 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $215.80 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $5.40 per mile |
| State Inspection | $32.37 |
| Emissions Test | $53.95 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $107.90 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $107.90 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $97.11 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $431.60 |
| HVAC System Install | $7,553.00 |
| Roof Repair | $1,079.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $9,711.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,697.50 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,776.50 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $215.80 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $539.50 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $188.83 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $53.95 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $161.85 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $863.20 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $215.80 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $323.70 |
| Foundation Repair | $5,395.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $32,370.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $12,948.00 |
| Flooring Install | $8.63 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $701.35 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $32.37 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,294.80 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,618.50 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $431.60 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,618.50 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,185.00 |
| DUI Defense | $5,395.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,618.50 |
| Will Preparation | $539.50 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,697.50 |
| Real Estate Closing | $2,158.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $323.70 |
| LLC Formation | $539.50 |
| Immigration Consultation | $323.70 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $3,237.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $35.61 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $26.98 |
| Women's Haircut | $59.35 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $161.85 |
| Manicure | $26.98 |
| Pedicure | $43.16 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $86.32 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $107.90 |
| Gym Membership | $53.95 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $75.53 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $16.19 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $4.32 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $269.75 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $4.42 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.78 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.10 |
| Chicken Breast | $4.86 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $5.93 per lb |
| Rice | $1.08 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.70 per lb |
| Apples | $1.94 per lb |
| Coffee | $8.09 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.78 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $10.79 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $19.42 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $64.74 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $19.42 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $5.93 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $10.79 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $16.19 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $9.17 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $26.98 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $53.95 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $151.06 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $75.53 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $75.53 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $75.53 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $70.14 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $91.72 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $37.77 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $2,158.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $215.80 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,158.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $75.53 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16.19 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $107.90 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $32.37 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $53.95 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $431.60 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,294.80 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,079.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $431.60 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $53.95 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,079.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,487.50 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $4,316.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $10,790.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $64.74 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $107.90 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $64.74 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $43.16 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $323.70 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $215.80 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $863.20 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $431.60 |
| Microchipping | $53.95 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 107.9 |
| Median Rent | $3,026 |
| Rent Burden | 43.2% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| FMR Studio | $1,215 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $1,315 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $1,579 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $1,976 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $2,193 |
Childcare (Monthly)
| Infant (Center) | $1,407 |
| Toddler (Center) | $1,299 |
| Preschool (Center) | $1,269 |
| Infant (Family) | $1,299 |
| Toddler (Family) | $1,256 |
| Preschool (Family) | $1,191 |
Income Context
| Median Income | $185,531 |
| Per Capita Income | $73,698 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $139,155 |