Lime Ridge, PA vs Thompson, PA

Lime Ridge is moderately more affordable than Thompson, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Lime Ridge scores 77 compared to 84 for Thompson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Thompson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lime Ridge is $996/month compared to $1,300/month in Thompson — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lime Ridge has cheaper rent, Thompson actually has lower median home values ($134,100 vs $174,300).

Median household income in Lime Ridge is $64,844 compared to $62,500 in Thompson (+3.8%). Lime Ridge offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lime Ridge spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, less than the 25% in Thompson.