Arlington Heights, PA vs Fullerton, PA

Arlington Heights is moderately more affordable than Fullerton, with a 5.5% lower cost of living index. Arlington Heights scores 90 compared to 95 for Fullerton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fullerton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Arlington Heights is $1,193/month compared to $1,381/month in Fullerton — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Arlington Heights has cheaper rent, Fullerton actually has lower median home values ($229,900 vs $249,700).

Median household income in Arlington Heights is $67,386 compared to $63,357 in Fullerton (+6.4%). Arlington Heights offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Arlington Heights spend roughly 21.2% of their income on rent, less than the 26.2% in Fullerton.