Downingtown, PA vs Phoenixville, PA

Downingtown, PA and Phoenixville, PA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Downingtown scores 109 while Phoenixville scores 112 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Downingtown is $1,528/month compared to $1,563/month in Phoenixville — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Downingtown is more affordable at $322,500 median vs $348,200.

Median household income in Downingtown is $82,292 compared to $94,411 in Phoenixville (-12.8%). While Phoenixville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Downingtown spend roughly 22.3% of their income on rent, more than the 19.9% in Phoenixville.