Malvern, PA vs Willow Street, PA

Malvern, PA and Willow Street, PA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.5% difference in their overall index. Malvern scores 131 while Willow Street scores 133 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Malvern is $1,886/month compared to $2,453/month in Willow Street — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Malvern has cheaper rent, Willow Street actually has lower median home values ($298,200 vs $460,400).

Median household income in Malvern is $106,638 compared to $106,867 in Willow Street (-0.2%). Willow Street does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Malvern spend roughly 21.2% of their income on rent, less than the 27.5% in Willow Street.