Middletown, VA vs South Hill, VA

Middletown, VA and South Hill, VA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.5% difference in their overall index. Middletown scores 83 while South Hill scores 84 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 Middletown is $853/month compared to $1,121/month in South Hill — a 24% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Middletown has cheaper rent, South Hill actually has lower median home values ($182,100 vs $288,200).

Median household income in Middletown is $57,175 compared to $58,633 in South Hill (-2.5%). While South Hill is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Middletown spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, less than the 22.9% in South Hill.