Cost of Living in Economy, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
126.4
100 = national avg
+26.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,633
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$131,496
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing118.1
Food122.2
Transportation144.4
Healthcare117.7
Utilities116.9
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 Economy is 126.4, which is 26.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 118.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,633 per year to cover basic expenses.