Ambler, PA vs Glen Rock, PA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Glen Rock is 23% cheaper than Ambler. With a cost index of 88 vs 108, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Glen Rock to Ambler should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ambler is $1,406/month compared to $1,103/month in Glen Rock — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Glen Rock is more affordable at $248,300 median vs $360,200.

Median household income in Ambler is $80,795 compared to $71,500 in Glen Rock (+13%). The higher salaries in Ambler partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Ambler spend roughly 20.9% of their income on rent, more than the 18.5% in Glen Rock.