Cost of Living in Pottstown, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.5
100 = national avg
+3.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,524
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,602
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing126.4
Food92.9
Transportation85.9
Healthcare94.3
Utilities101.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pottstown is 103.5, which is 3.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 126.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,524 per year to cover basic expenses.