Houtzdale, PA vs Mill Creek, PA

Houtzdale is moderately more affordable than Mill Creek, with a 6.1% lower cost of living index. Houtzdale scores 63 compared to 67 for Mill Creek, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Mill Creek can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Houtzdale is $725/month compared to $817/month in Mill Creek — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Houtzdale is more affordable at $96,400 median vs $112,500.

Median household income in Houtzdale is $62,083 compared to $45,000 in Mill Creek (+38%). Houtzdale offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Houtzdale spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, less than the 21.8% in Mill Creek.