Cost of Living in Northampton, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.5
100 = national avg
+22.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,914
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,432
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.1
Food113.2
Transportation126.4
Healthcare110.6
Utilities113.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,341
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,634
per month
The overall cost of living index in Northampton is 122.5, which is 22.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,914 per year to cover basic expenses.