Cost of Living in New Salem, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.3
100 = national avg
+14.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,284
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,852
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing73.8
Food127.0
Transportation153.9
Healthcare121.6
Utilities110.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,299
per month
The overall cost of living index in New Salem is 114.3, which is 14.3% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 73.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,284 per year to cover basic expenses.