Bristol, PA vs Hatfield, PA

Bristol is moderately more affordable than Hatfield, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Bristol scores 94 compared to 101 for Hatfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hatfield can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bristol is $1,281/month compared to $1,264/month in Hatfield — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hatfield has cheaper rent, Bristol actually has lower median home values ($236,400 vs $329,400).

Median household income in Bristol is $70,595 compared to $72,070 in Hatfield (-2%). Hatfield 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 Bristol spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, more than the 21% in Hatfield.