New Berlinville, PA vs West Hazleton, PA

New Berlinville, PA and West Hazleton, PA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.5% difference in their overall index. New Berlinville scores 78 while West Hazleton scores 75 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 New Berlinville is $1,065/month compared to $1,097/month in West Hazleton — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Berlinville has cheaper rent, West Hazleton actually has lower median home values ($108,800 vs $148,300).

Median household income in New Berlinville is $83,827 compared to $46,968 in West Hazleton (+78.5%). While New Berlinville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of New Berlinville spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 28% in West Hazleton.