Performance
Score Breakdown
Oakville
Hazleton
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Oakville is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
10% lower compared to Hazleton.
Housing costs are a major driver: Oakville's average rent is
30% higher than Hazleton's.
| Metric | Oakville | Hazleton | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,749 | $1,350 | +30% |
| Groceries | $339 | $400 | -15% |
| Utilities | $180 | $349 | -48% |
| Transport | $108 | $360 | -70% |
| Healthcare | $110 | $293 | -62% |
| Monthly Total | $2,486 | $2,752 | -10% |
| Cost Index | 86 | 101 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Oakville offers 55% higher average salaries.
However, when adjusted for local cost of living, Oakville delivers stronger purchasing power —
meaning your dollar stretches further day-to-day.
The minimum comfortable salary in Oakville is estimated at
$68,904 vs $45,000 in Hazleton.
| Metric | Oakville | Hazleton |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $76,896 | $49,688 |
| Salary Needed | $68,904 | $45,000 |
| Purchasing Power | 89,414 idx | 49,196 idx |
| Household Income | $110,000 | $46,177 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Oakville | Hazleton |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | 71.00% | 69.00% |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Oakville has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
10,500 minutes (175 hours) per year compared to Hazleton.
Hazleton scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Hazleton leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Oakville | Hazleton |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | min | 21 min |
| Transit Score | 0.0/10 | 25.0/10 |
| Walkability | 0.0/10 | 30.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 40.00 | |
| Car Dependency | Medium | High |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Oakville is the larger city
— approximately 7.2x the population of Hazleton.
From a growth perspective, Hazleton is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
On the employment side, Oakville has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Oakville | Hazleton |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 233,700 | 32,657 |
| Pop. Growth | % | 0.31% |
| Median Age | 37.5 | |
| Unemployment | 6.91% | 7.40% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Oakville
Advantages
Oakville consistently ranks among the safest communities in Canada with a low crime rate.
The town offers excellent access to healthcare services, ranking highly in Ontario and Canada.
Oakville has a highly educated population, with over 85% of adults holding post-secondary degrees.
The median household income in Oakville is significantly higher than the provincial average, indicating strong economic prosperity.
Oakville is recognized for its vibrant community and high quality of life.
Drawbacks
The cost of living in Oakville, particularly housing, is considerably higher than the national average.
Despite a recent drop, average rent in Oakville remains one of the highest in the country.
A car is generally essential for getting around Oakville due to its suburban layout.
Some services not covered by OHIP, such as doctor's notes or certain forms, incur additional fees.
While amenities are good, the amenities score can be surprisingly low in some livability assessments.
Hazleton
Advantages
Median home sale price increased by 13.3% year-over-year as of June 2026, indicating a growing housing market.
Housing costs are significantly lower than the national average, making it more affordable to live.
Violent crime rates are below the U.S. average, contributing to a safer community environment.
The city has a positive job growth rate of 2.56% from June 2025 to June 2026.
Pennsylvania ranks among the top states for new business survival, suggesting a supportive entrepreneurial climate.
Drawbacks
Unemployment rate in Hazleton was 7.40% in June 2026, higher than the national average.
Utility prices are estimated to be 15% higher than the national average.
Transportation expenses are 13% higher than the national average, and car dependency is high.
A significant portion of Hazleton families (25.0%) live in poverty.
Conflicting data on cost of living index makes overall affordability assessment challenging.
Explore
Dive Deeper
Key figures side by side — see which city wins each category at a glance.
Oakville
#3Ontario, Canada
80.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,749
Avg Salary
$76,896
Cost Index
86
Commute
min
Transit Score
0.0/10
Walkability
0.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
%
Unemployment
6.91%
Livability
84
Business
75
Hazleton
#66Pennsylvania, USA
69.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,350
Avg Salary
$49,688
Cost Index
101
Commute
21 min
Transit Score
25.0/10
Walkability
30.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
0.31%
Unemployment
7.40%
Livability
72
Business
65
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