Ellsworth, PA vs Wallaceton, PA

Wallaceton is moderately more affordable than Ellsworth, with a 5.4% lower cost of living index. Ellsworth scores 73 compared to 69 for Wallaceton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ellsworth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ellsworth is $1,039/month compared to $950/month in Wallaceton — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wallaceton is more affordable at $88,000 median vs $103,800.

Median household income in Ellsworth is $62,656 compared to $61,875 in Wallaceton (+1.3%). Ellsworth does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Ellsworth spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, more than the 18.4% in Wallaceton.