Caln, PA vs Kennett Square, PA

Caln is moderately more affordable than Kennett Square, with a 5.8% lower cost of living index. Caln scores 96 compared to 102 for Kennett Square, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kennett Square can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Caln is $1,329/month compared to $1,243/month in Kennett Square — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Kennett Square has cheaper rent, Caln actually has lower median home values ($243,500 vs $347,700).

Median household income in Caln is $71,728 compared to $74,259 in Kennett Square (-3.4%). The higher salaries in Kennett Square partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Caln spend roughly 22.2% of their income on rent, more than the 20.1% in Kennett Square.