Cost of Living in Karns City, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
84.2
100 = national avg
-15.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,057
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,590
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.1
Food87.6
Transportation75.3
Healthcare90.1
Utilities90.0
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 Karns City is 84.2, which is 15.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,057 per year to cover basic expenses.