Cost of Living in Dayton, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
81.4
100 = national avg
-18.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,805
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,630
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing63.5
Food94.3
Transportation88.5
Healthcare95.4
Utilities89.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$767
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,002
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dayton is 81.4, which is 18.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 63.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,805 per year to cover basic expenses.