Cost of Living in Paradise, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
130.8
100 = national avg
+30.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,552
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$136,033
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.0
Food122.6
Transportation145.1
Healthcare118.0
Utilities119.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,220
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,526
per month
The overall cost of living index in Paradise is 130.8, which is 30.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,552 per year to cover basic expenses.