Calumet, PA vs North Catasauqua, PA

Calumet is moderately more affordable than North Catasauqua, with a 12.7% lower cost of living index. Calumet scores 73 compared to 83 for North Catasauqua, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of North Catasauqua can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Calumet is $912/month compared to $944/month in North Catasauqua — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Calumet is more affordable at $146,300 median vs $245,900.

Median household income in Calumet is $78,059 compared to $86,779 in North Catasauqua (-10%). The higher salaries in North Catasauqua partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Calumet spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in North Catasauqua.