Cost of Living in Berwick, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.3
100 = national avg
-20.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,903
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$82,497
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing81.0
Food84.7
Transportation69.3
Healthcare87.7
Utilities87.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$941
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,140
per month
The overall cost of living index in Berwick is 79.3, which is 20.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 81.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,903 per year to cover basic expenses.