Chambersburg, PA vs Swissvale, PA

Swissvale is moderately more affordable than Chambersburg, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Chambersburg scores 82 compared to 78 for Swissvale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Chambersburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chambersburg is $1,088/month compared to $1,097/month in Swissvale — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Chambersburg has cheaper rent, Swissvale actually has lower median home values ($141,300 vs $196,200).

Median household income in Chambersburg is $56,177 compared to $60,114 in Swissvale (-6.5%). Swissvale offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chambersburg spend roughly 23.2% of their income on rent, more than the 21.9% in Swissvale.

Climate-wise, Chambersburg is notably warmer with an average of 55.4°F compared to 52.4°F in Swissvale. Swissvale receives more rainfall at 41.3" per year compared to 35.6" in Chambersburg.