Cost of Living in Belfast, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
131.3
100 = national avg
+31.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,789
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$136,592
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing170.7
Food105.8
Transportation111.6
Healthcare104.7
Utilities117.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,341
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,634
per month
The overall cost of living index in Belfast is 131.3, which is 31.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 170.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,789 per year to cover basic expenses.