Glen Lyon, PA vs New Florence, PA

New Florence is moderately more affordable than Glen Lyon, with a 9.4% lower cost of living index. Glen Lyon scores 67 compared to 61 for New Florence, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Glen Lyon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Glen Lyon is $888/month compared to $617/month in New Florence — a 44% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Florence has cheaper rent, Glen Lyon actually has lower median home values ($84,300 vs $108,900).

Median household income in Glen Lyon is $34,416 compared to $56,339 in New Florence (-38.9%). New Florence offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Glen Lyon spend roughly 31% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in New Florence. The New Florence ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.