Blandon, PA vs New Stanton, PA

New Stanton is moderately more affordable than Blandon, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Blandon scores 92 compared to 86 for New Stanton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Blandon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Blandon is $1,178/month compared to $1,067/month in New Stanton — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Stanton is more affordable at $244,500 median vs $269,700.

Median household income in Blandon is $109,775 compared to $74,265 in New Stanton (+47.8%). While Blandon is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Blandon spend roughly 12.9% of their income on rent, less than the 17.2% in New Stanton.