Northampton, PA vs Northumberland, PA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Northumberland is 15.6% cheaper than Northampton. With a cost index of 76 vs 88, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Northumberland to Northampton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Northampton is $1,156/month compared to $986/month in Northumberland — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Northumberland is more affordable at $158,200 median vs $225,400.

Median household income in Northampton is $82,719 compared to $57,162 in Northumberland (+44.7%). While Northampton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Northampton spend roughly 16.8% of their income on rent, less than the 20.7% in Northumberland.