Cost of Living in Ephrata, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.7
100 = national avg
+9.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,251
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,049
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing121.2
Food102.1
Transportation104.1
Healthcare101.7
Utilities105.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,220
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,526
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ephrata is 109.7, which is 9.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 121.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,251 per year to cover basic expenses.