Cost of Living in Manchester, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.3
100 = national avg
+15.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,732
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,912
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing126.5
Food106.2
Transportation112.3
Healthcare104.9
Utilities109.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,060
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,335
per month
The overall cost of living index in Manchester is 115.3, which is 15.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 126.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,732 per year to cover basic expenses.