North Belle Vernon, PA vs Port Matilda, PA

Port Matilda is moderately more affordable than North Belle Vernon, with a 5.5% lower cost of living index. North Belle Vernon scores 70 compared to 67 for Port Matilda, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of North Belle Vernon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in North Belle Vernon is $927/month compared to $697/month in Port Matilda — a 33% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Port Matilda has cheaper rent, North Belle Vernon actually has lower median home values ($112,300 vs $157,200).

Median household income in North Belle Vernon is $52,928 compared to $50,511 in Port Matilda (+4.8%). The higher salaries in North Belle Vernon partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of North Belle Vernon spend roughly 21% of their income on rent, more than the 16.6% in Port Matilda.