Hummelstown, PA vs Scotland, PA

Scotland is moderately more affordable than Hummelstown, with a 11% lower cost of living index. Hummelstown scores 87 compared to 79 for Scotland, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hummelstown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hummelstown is $1,116/month compared to $857/month in Scotland — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Scotland has cheaper rent, Hummelstown actually has lower median home values ($240,200 vs $241,700).

Median household income in Hummelstown is $53,148 compared to $71,750 in Scotland (-25.9%). Scotland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hummelstown spend roughly 25.2% of their income on rent, more than the 14.3% in Scotland.