McKeesport, PA vs South Williamsport, PA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. McKeesport is 16.9% cheaper than South Williamsport. With a cost index of 63 vs 75, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from McKeesport to South Williamsport should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in McKeesport is $786/month compared to $911/month in South Williamsport — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: McKeesport is more affordable at $69,800 median vs $186,000.

Median household income in McKeesport is $31,854 compared to $66,810 in South Williamsport (-52.3%). While South Williamsport is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of McKeesport spend roughly 29.6% of their income on rent, more than the 16.4% in South Williamsport.