Arlington Heights, PA vs Hanover, PA

Hanover is moderately more affordable than Arlington Heights, with a 7.7% lower cost of living index. Arlington Heights scores 90 compared to 84 for Hanover, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Arlington Heights 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 $1,095/month in Hanover — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hanover is more affordable at $200,900 median vs $249,700.

Median household income in Arlington Heights is $67,386 compared to $64,135 in Hanover (+5.1%). The higher salaries in Arlington Heights partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Arlington Heights spend roughly 21.2% of their income on rent, more than the 20.5% in Hanover.