Cost of Living in Palo Alto, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
85.8
100 = national avg
-14.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,733
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,187
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing77.2
Food93.5
Transportation86.9
Healthcare94.8
Utilities91.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$786
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,030
per month
The overall cost of living index in Palo Alto is 85.8, which is 14.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,733 per year to cover basic expenses.