Cost of Living in Butler, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
78.3
100 = national avg
-21.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,446
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,417
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing78.7
Food81.9
Transportation79.0
Healthcare85.5
Utilities84.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,299
per month
The overall cost of living index in Butler is 78.3, which is 21.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 78.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,446 per year to cover basic expenses.