Harlansburg, PA vs Lincoln, PA

Lincoln is moderately more affordable than Harlansburg, with a 6.5% lower cost of living index. Harlansburg scores 77 compared to 72 for Lincoln, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Harlansburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Harlansburg is $1,053/month compared to $934/month in Lincoln — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lincoln is more affordable at $131,100 median vs $141,100.

Median household income in Harlansburg is $59,659 compared to $76,330 in Lincoln (-21.8%). Lincoln offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Harlansburg spend roughly 21.2% of their income on rent, more than the 14.7% in Lincoln.