Cost of Living in Penn Estates, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
154.6
100 = national avg
+54.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,034
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$160,807
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing200.4
Food119.6
Transportation139.2
Healthcare115.7
Utilities131.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,165
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,529
per month
The overall cost of living index in Penn Estates is 154.6, which is 54.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 200.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,034 per year to cover basic expenses.