Cost of Living in Mertztown, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.2
100 = national avg
+6.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,741
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,478
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing118.9
Food99.2
Transportation98.3
Healthcare99.3
Utilities103.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,237
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,575
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mertztown is 106.2, which is 6.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 118.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,741 per year to cover basic expenses.