Harveys Lake, PA vs Schaefferstown, PA

Schaefferstown is moderately more affordable than Harveys Lake, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Harveys Lake scores 89 compared to 81 for Schaefferstown, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Harveys Lake can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Harveys Lake is $1,230/month compared to $958/month in Schaefferstown — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Schaefferstown is more affordable at $219,400 median vs $229,600.

Median household income in Harveys Lake is $68,462 compared to $89,155 in Schaefferstown (-23.2%). Schaefferstown offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Harveys Lake spend roughly 21.6% of their income on rent, more than the 12.9% in Schaefferstown.