Cost of Living in Forest Hills, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
119.2
100 = national avg
+19.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,437
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$123,941
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing112.5
Food116.3
Transportation132.7
Healthcare113.1
Utilities112.3
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 Forest Hills is 119.2, which is 19.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 112.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,437 per year to cover basic expenses.