Cost of Living in Chester, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
81.8
100 = national avg
-18.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,007
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,107
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing91.0
Food80.4
Transportation78.1
Healthcare84.3
Utilities86.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chester is 81.8, which is 18.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,007 per year to cover basic expenses.