Avalon, PA vs Pottsville, PA

Pottsville is moderately more affordable than Avalon, with a 11% lower cost of living index. Avalon scores 74 compared to 66 for Pottsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Avalon 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 $820/month in Pottsville — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pottsville is more affordable at $97,700 median vs $154,200.

Median household income in Avalon is $51,156 compared to $53,465 in Pottsville (-4.3%). Pottsville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Avalon spend roughly 21.5% of their income on rent, more than the 18.4% in Pottsville.