Millersville, PA vs North Catasauqua, PA

North Catasauqua is moderately more affordable than Millersville, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Millersville scores 96 compared to 83 for North Catasauqua, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Millersville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Millersville is $1,322/month compared to $944/month in North Catasauqua — a 40% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: North Catasauqua is more affordable at $245,900 median vs $265,500.

Median household income in Millersville is $65,721 compared to $86,779 in North Catasauqua (-24.3%). North Catasauqua offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Millersville spend roughly 24.1% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in North Catasauqua.