Cost of Living in Rutherford, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.6
100 = national avg
+12.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,560
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,142
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.6
Food109.1
Transportation92.7
Healthcare107.3
Utilities110.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,212
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,493
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rutherford is 112.6, which is 12.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,560 per year to cover basic expenses.