Bethlehem, PA vs Easton, PA

Easton is moderately more affordable than Bethlehem, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Bethlehem scores 94 compared to 86 for Easton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bethlehem can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bethlehem is $1,311/month compared to $1,223/month in Easton — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Easton is more affordable at $169,200 median vs $236,500.

Median household income in Bethlehem is $66,443 compared to $63,775 in Easton (+4.2%). Bethlehem does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Bethlehem spend roughly 23.7% of their income on rent, more than the 23% in Easton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.1°F vs 53.1°F). Easton receives more rainfall at 47.4" per year compared to 47.4" in Bethlehem.