Emsworth, PA vs Friedensburg, PA

Friedensburg is moderately more affordable than Emsworth, with a 5.4% lower cost of living index. Emsworth scores 78 compared to 74 for Friedensburg, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Emsworth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Emsworth is $993/month compared to $889/month in Friedensburg — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Friedensburg is more affordable at $163,900 median vs $177,300.

Median household income in Emsworth is $65,435 compared to $64,474 in Friedensburg (+1.5%). Emsworth 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 Emsworth spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, more than the 16.5% in Friedensburg.