Cost of Living in Emmaus, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
128.9
100 = national avg
+28.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,726
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,079
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing146.1
Food113.3
Transportation126.7
Healthcare110.7
Utilities117.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,341
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,634
per month
The overall cost of living index in Emmaus is 128.9, which is 28.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 146.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,726 per year to cover basic expenses.