Cost of Living in Brownstown, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
75.3
100 = national avg
-24.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,124
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$78,294
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing60.1
Food88.8
Transportation77.7
Healthcare91.1
Utilities85.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$846
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,035
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brownstown is 75.3, which is 24.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 60.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,124 per year to cover basic expenses.