Warren, PA vs Williamsport, PA

Warren is moderately more affordable than Williamsport, with a 6.3% lower cost of living index. Warren scores 65 compared to 70 for Williamsport, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Williamsport can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Warren is $774/month compared to $825/month in Williamsport — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Warren is more affordable at $101,600 median vs $146,500.

Median household income in Warren is $50,877 compared to $49,363 in Williamsport (+3.1%). Warren offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Warren spend roughly 18.3% of their income on rent, less than the 20.1% in Williamsport.

Climate-wise, Williamsport is notably warmer with an average of 51.3°F compared to 45.9°F in Warren. Williamsport receives more rainfall at 43.5" per year compared to 41.9" in Warren.