Cost of Living in Mahanoy City, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.9
100 = national avg
-30.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,748
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$72,677
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing68.9
Food79.1
Transportation58.2
Healthcare83.3
Utilities81.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$786
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,030
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mahanoy City is 69.9, which is 30.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 68.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,748 per year to cover basic expenses.