Catasauqua, PA vs Leesport, PA

Leesport is moderately more affordable than Catasauqua, with a 6.6% lower cost of living index. Catasauqua scores 85 compared to 80 for Leesport, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Catasauqua can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Catasauqua is $1,130/month compared to $988/month in Leesport — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Leesport is more affordable at $199,700 median vs $201,600.

Median household income in Catasauqua is $74,363 compared to $96,500 in Leesport (-22.9%). Leesport offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Catasauqua spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, more than the 12.3% in Leesport.