Cost of Living in Palmer Heights, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
157.3
100 = national avg
+57.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,205
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$163,576
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing163.1
Food138.1
Transportation176.2
Healthcare130.5
Utilities135.5
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 Palmer Heights is 157.3, which is 57.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 163.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,205 per year to cover basic expenses.