Cost of Living in Rural Valley, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.1
100 = national avg
+3.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,378
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,256
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing98.9
Food104.0
Transportation108.0
Healthcare103.2
Utilities102.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$767
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,002
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rural Valley is 103.1, which is 3.1% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 98.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,378 per year to cover basic expenses.