Cost of Living in East Pittsburgh, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
71.6
100 = national avg
-28.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,517
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$74,495
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing69.6
Food80.7
Transportation61.5
Healthcare84.6
Utilities82.4
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 East Pittsburgh is 71.6, which is 28.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 69.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,517 per year to cover basic expenses.