Cost of Living in East Washington, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.8
100 = national avg
+15.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,931
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,383
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.7
Food111.6
Transportation123.1
Healthcare109.3
Utilities109.9
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 Washington is 115.8, which is 15.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,931 per year to cover basic expenses.