Cost of Living in Lewistown, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
75.6
100 = national avg
-24.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,285
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$78,673
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing73.9
Food80.7
Transportation77.8
Healthcare84.6
Utilities83.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$786
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lewistown is 75.6, which is 24.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 73.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,285 per year to cover basic expenses.