Bentleyville, PA vs Stoneboro, PA

Bentleyville is moderately more affordable than Stoneboro, with a 8.5% lower cost of living index. Bentleyville scores 63 compared to 69 for Stoneboro, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Stoneboro can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bentleyville is $607/month compared to $863/month in Stoneboro — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bentleyville has cheaper rent, Stoneboro actually has lower median home values ($109,400 vs $135,900).

Median household income in Bentleyville is $56,179 compared to $55,417 in Stoneboro (+1.4%). 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 Bentleyville spend roughly 13% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in Stoneboro.

Climate-wise, Bentleyville is notably warmer with an average of 52.4°F compared to 48.6°F in Stoneboro. Stoneboro receives more rainfall at 41.4" per year compared to 41.3" in Bentleyville.