Cost of Living in Adamstown, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
141.4
100 = national avg
+41.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,227
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,083
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing144.0
Food128.2
Transportation156.5
Healthcare122.6
Utilities125.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,220
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,526
per month
The overall cost of living index in Adamstown is 141.4, which is 41.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 144.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,227 per year to cover basic expenses.