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Cost of living in Valley Stream summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Valley Stream. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around New York. Key points include:
The cost of living in Valley Stream is 142 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Valley Stream is 1.4x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Valley Stream is $756,940.
The median income in Valley Stream is $133,190.
Valley Stream's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Valley Stream Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Valley Stream | New York | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 142 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 105 | 100 |
| Groceries | 107 | 108 | 100 |
| Health | 228 | 143 | 100 |
| Housing | 114 | 112 | 100 |
| Transportation | 112 | 114 | 100 |
| Utilities | 108 | 111 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Valley Stream, NY Weather
The average high in Valley Stream is 61.8° and the average low is 45.3°.
There are 75.9 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 47.6 inches of precipitation each year with 22.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Valley Stream |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 61.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 45.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 75.9 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 47.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 22.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Valley Stream Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Valley Stream
The current population in Valley Stream is 40,315. The population has increased 9.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 40,315 | 0.1% |
| 2023 | 40,278 | -0.0% |
| 2022 | 40,288 | -0.0% |
| 2021 | 40,304 | 7.5% |
| 2020 | 37,489 | -0.2% |
| 2019 | 37,577 | -0.1% |
| 2018 | 37,609 | -0.6% |
| 2017 | 37,843 | 0.6% |
| 2016 | 37,626 | -0.6% |
| 2015 | 37,838 | 0.2% |
| 2014 | 37,764 | 0.6% |
| 2013 | 37,544 | 0.4% |
| 2012 | 37,394 | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 37,212 | 0.6% |
| 2010 | 36,981 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Valley Stream
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Valley Stream is:
23.9% White with 9,635 White residents.
25.8% African American with 10,403 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
19.6% Asian with 7,912 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
3.5% Other with 1,403 Other residents.
3.6% Two Or More with 1,458 Two Or More residents.
23.6% Hispanic with 9,504 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Valley Stream | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 23.9% | 52.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 25.8% | 13.4% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 19.6% | 9.0% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.6% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 23.6% | 19.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in Valley Stream
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Valley Stream is 52.4% female with 21,109 female residents.
Valley Stream is 47.6% male with 19,206 male residents.
| Gender | Valley Stream | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.2% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.8% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Valley Stream for adults over 25
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6.0% of adults in Valley Stream completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in Valley Stream completed 9-12th grade.
24.0% of adults in Valley Stream completed high school / ged.
14.0% of adults in Valley Stream completed some college.
11.0% of adults in Valley Stream completed associate's degree.
25.0% of adults in Valley Stream completed bachelor's degree.
10.0% of adults in Valley Stream completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Valley Stream completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Valley Stream completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Valley Stream | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 6.0% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 24.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 14.0% | 15.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 25.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 10.0% | 13.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Valley Stream, New York
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3.2% of households in Valley Stream earn Less than $10,000.
1.0% of households in Valley Stream earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.2% of households in Valley Stream earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.8% of households in Valley Stream earn $25,000 to $34,999.
5.4% of households in Valley Stream earn $35,000 to $49,999.
13.3% of households in Valley Stream earn $50,000 to $74,999.
8.7% of households in Valley Stream earn $75,000 to $99,999.
18.1% of households in Valley Stream earn $100,000 to $149,999.
17.5% of households in Valley Stream earn $150,000 to $199,999.
26.9% of households in Valley Stream earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Valley Stream | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.2% | 5.8% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.0% | 3.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.2% | 6.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.8% | 6.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5.4% | 8.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13.3% | 13.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8.7% | 11.4% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.1% | 16.7% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 17.5% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 26.9% | 17.1% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
