Bethel Park, PA vs Hershey, PA

Bethel Park is moderately more affordable than Hershey, with a 6.9% lower cost of living index. Bethel Park scores 93 compared to 99 for Hershey, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hershey can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bethel Park is $1,259/month compared to $1,241/month in Hershey — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hershey has cheaper rent, Bethel Park actually has lower median home values ($258,700 vs $339,300).

Median household income in Bethel Park is $104,129 compared to $78,750 in Hershey (+32.2%). Bethel Park offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bethel Park spend roughly 14.5% of their income on rent, less than the 18.9% in Hershey.