Hatfield, PA vs Northampton, PA

Northampton is moderately more affordable than Hatfield, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Hatfield scores 101 compared to 88 for Northampton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hatfield can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hatfield is $1,264/month compared to $1,156/month in Northampton — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Northampton is more affordable at $225,400 median vs $329,400.

Median household income in Hatfield is $72,070 compared to $82,719 in Northampton (-12.9%). Northampton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hatfield spend roughly 21% of their income on rent, more than the 16.8% in Northampton.