Edinboro, PA vs New Oxford, PA

Edinboro, PA and New Oxford, PA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.3% difference in their overall index. Edinboro scores 76 while New Oxford scores 80 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 Edinboro is $888/month compared to $1,010/month in New Oxford — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Edinboro has cheaper rent, New Oxford actually has lower median home values ($203,100 vs $211,300).

Median household income in Edinboro is $40,862 compared to $58,056 in New Oxford (-29.6%). While New Oxford is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Edinboro spend roughly 26.1% of their income on rent, more than the 20.9% in New Oxford.