Cost of Living in Ellwood City, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.5
100 = national avg
-8.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,246
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,127
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing82.7
Food97.6
Transportation95.2
Healthcare98.1
Utilities95.1
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 Ellwood City is 91.5, which is 8.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 82.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,246 per year to cover basic expenses.