Cost of Living in Dawson, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.7
100 = national avg
-16.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,831
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,055
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing77.7
Food91.0
Transportation81.9
Healthcare92.8
Utilities90.1
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 Dawson is 83.7, which is 16.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,831 per year to cover basic expenses.