Monongahela, PA vs Montgomery, PA

Monongahela, PA and Montgomery, PA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.3% difference in their overall index. Monongahela scores 68 while Montgomery scores 70 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 Monongahela is $817/month compared to $894/month in Montgomery — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Monongahela is more affordable at $119,300 median vs $126,200.

Median household income in Monongahela is $55,500 compared to $56,490 in Montgomery (-1.8%). The higher salaries in Montgomery partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Monongahela spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, less than the 19% in Montgomery.