Drexel Hill, PA vs Lansdale, PA

Drexel Hill is moderately more affordable than Lansdale, with a 8.5% lower cost of living index. Drexel Hill scores 95 compared to 104 for Lansdale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lansdale can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Drexel Hill is $1,312/month compared to $1,390/month in Lansdale — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Drexel Hill is more affordable at $239,900 median vs $319,000.

Median household income in Drexel Hill is $87,993 compared to $86,460 in Lansdale (+1.8%). Drexel Hill offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Drexel Hill spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, less than the 19.3% in Lansdale.