Cost of Living in New Castle, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
72.6
100 = national avg
-27.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,948
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$75,514
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing64.0
Food81.7
Transportation78.1
Healthcare85.4
Utilities81.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$780
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,023
per month
The overall cost of living index in New Castle is 72.6, which is 27.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,948 per year to cover basic expenses.