Industry, PA vs Lawnton, PA

Lawnton is moderately more affordable than Industry, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Industry scores 85 compared to 80 for Lawnton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Industry can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Industry is $1,196/month compared to $930/month in Lawnton — a 29% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lawnton has cheaper rent, Industry actually has lower median home values ($184,400 vs $218,100).

Median household income in Industry is $71,742 compared to $94,130 in Lawnton (-23.8%). Lawnton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Industry spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, more than the 11.9% in Lawnton.