Derry, PA vs Pittston, PA

Derry is moderately more affordable than Pittston, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Derry scores 61 compared to 65 for Pittston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pittston can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Derry is $593/month compared to $755/month in Pittston — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Derry has cheaper rent, Pittston actually has lower median home values ($114,900 vs $122,200).

Median household income in Derry is $49,051 compared to $47,525 in Pittston (+3.2%). Derry offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Derry spend roughly 14.5% of their income on rent, less than the 19.1% in Pittston.