Matamoras, PA vs Rutherford, PA

Rutherford is moderately more affordable than Matamoras, with a 7.5% lower cost of living index. Matamoras scores 93 compared to 87 for Rutherford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Matamoras can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Matamoras is $1,328/month compared to $1,228/month in Rutherford — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rutherford is more affordable at $189,300 median vs $237,600.

Median household income in Matamoras is $74,145 compared to $77,306 in Rutherford (-4.1%). Rutherford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Matamoras spend roughly 21.5% of their income on rent, more than the 19.1% in Rutherford.