Avalon, PA vs Ephrata, PA

Avalon is moderately more affordable than Ephrata, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Avalon scores 74 compared to 84 for Ephrata, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ephrata can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Avalon is $917/month compared to $1,070/month in Ephrata — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Avalon is more affordable at $154,200 median vs $215,100.

Median household income in Avalon is $51,156 compared to $68,117 in Ephrata (-24.9%). While Ephrata is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Avalon spend roughly 21.5% of their income on rent, more than the 18.8% in Ephrata.