Monessen, PA vs New Wilmington, PA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Monessen is 20.8% cheaper than New Wilmington. With a cost index of 61 vs 77, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Monessen to New Wilmington should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Monessen is $678/month compared to $888/month in New Wilmington — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Monessen is more affordable at $87,100 median vs $204,300.

Median household income in Monessen is $51,094 compared to $57,159 in New Wilmington (-10.6%). The higher salaries in New Wilmington partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Monessen spend roughly 15.9% of their income on rent, less than the 18.6% in New Wilmington.