Jamestown, PA vs Lebanon South, PA

Jamestown is moderately more affordable than Lebanon South, with a 14.3% lower cost of living index. Jamestown scores 65 compared to 76 for Lebanon South, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lebanon South can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Jamestown is $822/month compared to $892/month in Lebanon South — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Jamestown is more affordable at $86,900 median vs $193,000.

Median household income in Jamestown is $44,821 compared to $77,608 in Lebanon South (-42.2%). While Lebanon South is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Jamestown spend roughly 22% of their income on rent, more than the 13.8% in Lebanon South.