Ambridge, PA vs Bentleyville, PA

Bentleyville is moderately more affordable than Ambridge, with a 9.2% lower cost of living index. Ambridge scores 68 compared to 63 for Bentleyville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ambridge can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ambridge is $910/month compared to $607/month in Bentleyville — a 50% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bentleyville has cheaper rent, Ambridge actually has lower median home values ($94,000 vs $135,900).

Median household income in Ambridge is $50,978 compared to $56,179 in Bentleyville (-9.3%). Bentleyville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ambridge spend roughly 21.4% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Bentleyville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.8°F vs 52.4°F). Bentleyville receives more rainfall at 41.3" per year compared to 39.6" in Ambridge.