| | Hicksville, NY | Albany, NY | United States |
| Overall | 160.6 | 99.3 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 107.4 | 100.9 | 100 |
| Health | 125.8 | 116.8 | 100 |
| Housing | 195.0 | 81.9 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $591,600 | $253,100 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 12,500.0% | 11,000.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 164.4 | 87.6 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 156.8 | 155.7 | 100 |
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Reviews for Hicksville 
3 Reviews
If you need to live in the tri-state area, Hicksville is a good choice. Lots of amenities, train station, restaurants, etc. There is a large Indian population, which is More
I live on Long Island, NY. The price of housing and the cost of living is very high. The weather is too humid in the summer and too cold in the winter. More
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I live relatively close to Albany, and I gotta say, its a great city. I think it has a lot of good places for food, good living spaces, nice jobs and offices, and I More
I’ve lived just outside of Albany in Clifton Park and its always been decent for me. The town is nice and theres a lot to do. The prices are a little expensive including More
Good place to retire. Walkable. Young people. Buses. Sidewalks. Feel safe here in Whitehall neighborhood. Plenty to do. Taxes in ny are high,but you get what you pay More
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