Highland Park, PA vs Worthington, PA

Worthington is moderately more affordable than Highland Park, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Highland Park scores 76 compared to 70 for Worthington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Highland Park can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Highland Park is $918/month compared to $850/month in Worthington — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Worthington is more affordable at $133,900 median vs $182,000.

Median household income in Highland Park is $64,044 compared to $71,583 in Worthington (-10.5%). Worthington offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Highland Park spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, more than the 14.2% in Worthington.