Millersville, PA vs West Chester, PA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Millersville is 23.8% cheaper than West Chester. With a cost index of 96 vs 126, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Millersville to West Chester should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Millersville is $1,322/month compared to $1,661/month in West Chester — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Millersville is more affordable at $265,500 median vs $481,300.

Median household income in Millersville is $65,721 compared to $81,492 in West Chester (-19.4%). The higher salaries in West Chester partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Millersville spend roughly 24.1% of their income on rent, less than the 24.5% in West Chester.