Benton, PA vs Oakdale, PA

Benton is moderately more affordable than Oakdale, with a 7.4% lower cost of living index. Benton scores 74 compared to 80 for Oakdale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Oakdale can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Benton is $950/month compared to $1,076/month in Oakdale — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Benton is more affordable at $155,800 median vs $175,500.

Median household income in Benton is $36,429 compared to $94,107 in Oakdale (-61.3%). While Oakdale is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Benton spend roughly 31.3% of their income on rent, more than the 13.7% in Oakdale. The Oakdale ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.