Cost of Living in Fort Washington, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
225.7
100 = national avg
+125.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$99,328
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$234,776
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing267.2
Food171.8
Transportation243.5
Healthcare157.4
Utilities176.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Washington is 225.7, which is 125.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 267.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $99,328 per year to cover basic expenses.