Easton, PA vs Hershey, PA

Easton is moderately more affordable than Hershey, with a 13.9% lower cost of living index. Easton scores 86 compared to 99 for Hershey, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hershey can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Easton is $1,223/month compared to $1,241/month in Hershey — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Easton is more affordable at $169,200 median vs $339,300.

Median household income in Easton is $63,775 compared to $78,750 in Hershey (-19%). While Hershey is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Easton spend roughly 23% of their income on rent, more than the 18.9% in Hershey.