Midland, PA vs Natrona Heights, PA

Midland is moderately more affordable than Natrona Heights, with a 11% lower cost of living index. Midland scores 61 compared to 68 for Natrona Heights, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Natrona Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Midland is $658/month compared to $744/month in Natrona Heights — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Midland is more affordable at $90,700 median vs $146,800.

Median household income in Midland is $61,250 compared to $71,167 in Natrona Heights (-13.9%). While Natrona Heights is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Midland spend roughly 12.9% of their income on rent, more than the 12.5% in Natrona Heights.