Exton, PA vs Franklin Park, PA

Franklin Park is moderately more affordable than Exton, with a 8.1% lower cost of living index. Exton scores 145 compared to 134 for Franklin Park, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Exton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Exton is $2,114/month compared to $2,063/month in Franklin Park — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Franklin Park is more affordable at $467,700 median vs $549,400.

Median household income in Exton is $121,189 compared to $172,200 in Franklin Park (-29.6%). Franklin Park offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Exton spend roughly 20.9% of their income on rent, more than the 14.4% in Franklin Park.