Cost of Living in Palmdale, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.9
100 = national avg
+10.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,813
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,376
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing138.7
Food96.2
Transportation92.4
Healthcare97.0
Utilities105.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,212
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,493
per month
The overall cost of living index in Palmdale is 110.9, which is 10.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 138.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,813 per year to cover basic expenses.