Glassport, PA vs Lakemont, PA

Glassport is moderately more affordable than Lakemont, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. Glassport scores 66 compared to 77 for Lakemont, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lakemont can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Glassport is $844/month compared to $1,103/month in Lakemont — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Glassport is more affordable at $82,400 median vs $147,300.

Median household income in Glassport is $45,354 compared to $49,036 in Lakemont (-7.5%). The higher salaries in Lakemont partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Glassport spend roughly 22.3% of their income on rent, less than the 27% in Lakemont.