Delta, PA vs Jermyn, PA

Jermyn is moderately more affordable than Delta, with a 14.6% lower cost of living index. Delta scores 82 compared to 71 for Jermyn, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Delta can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Delta is $1,036/month compared to $776/month in Jermyn — a 34% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Jermyn is more affordable at $185,900 median vs $201,400.

Median household income in Delta is $67,386 compared to $59,133 in Jermyn (+14%). The higher salaries in Delta partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Delta spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, more than the 15.7% in Jermyn.