Lebanon South, PA vs Steelton, PA

Lebanon South is moderately more affordable than Steelton, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Lebanon South scores 76 compared to 83 for Steelton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Steelton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lebanon South is $892/month compared to $1,270/month in Steelton — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lebanon South has cheaper rent, Steelton actually has lower median home values ($124,200 vs $193,000).

Median household income in Lebanon South is $77,608 compared to $55,963 in Steelton (+38.7%). Lebanon South offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lebanon South spend roughly 13.8% of their income on rent, less than the 27.2% in Steelton.