Cost of Living in Hershey, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
125.6
100 = national avg
+25.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,281
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$130,665
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing159.6
Food110.2
Transportation83.8
Healthcare108.2
Utilities118.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,212
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,493
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hershey is 125.6, which is 25.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 159.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,281 per year to cover basic expenses.