| | Merrick, NY | Syosset, NY | United States |
| Overall | 160.6 | 160.6 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 108.2 | 111.8 | 100 |
| Health | 125.8 | 125.8 | 100 |
| Housing | 218.8 | 284.4 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $725,100 | $880,400 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 12,500.0% | 12,500.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 173.0 | 171.6 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 156.4 | 157.0 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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A great place to live and raise a family. Great schools, but the cost of living is getting out of control with the taxes and utilities. Probably relocating More
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