Cost of Living in Dickson City, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.1
100 = national avg
-4.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,851
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,920
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing99.8
Food94.6
Transportation89.2
Healthcare95.7
Utilities96.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,028
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,252
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dickson City is 95.1, which is 4.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 99.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,851 per year to cover basic expenses.