Northampton, PA vs Williamsport, PA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Williamsport is 26.6% cheaper than Northampton. With a cost index of 70 vs 88, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Williamsport 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 $825/month in Williamsport — a 40% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Williamsport is more affordable at $146,500 median vs $225,400.

Median household income in Northampton is $82,719 compared to $49,363 in Williamsport (+67.6%). 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 20.1% in Williamsport.