Bristol, PA vs North Wales, PA

Bristol is moderately more affordable than North Wales, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Bristol scores 94 compared to 110 for North Wales, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of North Wales 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 $1,417/month in North Wales — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bristol is more affordable at $236,400 median vs $385,400.

Median household income in Bristol is $70,595 compared to $115,833 in North Wales (-39.1%). While North Wales is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bristol spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, more than the 14.7% in North Wales.