Larksville, PA vs New Kensington, PA

New Kensington is moderately more affordable than Larksville, with a 12.6% lower cost of living index. Larksville scores 73 compared to 65 for New Kensington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Larksville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Larksville is $943/month compared to $694/month in New Kensington — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Kensington is more affordable at $132,400 median vs $145,700.

Median household income in Larksville is $56,620 compared to $49,644 in New Kensington (+14.1%). While Larksville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Larksville spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, more than the 16.8% in New Kensington.