Cost of Living in Penn, PA

Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data

Cost of Living Overview

Overall Index

93.6

100 = national avg

-6.4 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$41,181

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$97,338

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
72.7
Food
104.1
Transportation
108.3
Healthcare
103.3
Utilities
97.0

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$1,077

per month

2 Bedroom

$1,299

per month

The overall cost of living index in Penn is 93.6, which is 6.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,181 per year to cover basic expenses.