Cost of Living in Scotland, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.7
100 = national avg
+5.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,520
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,955
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing103.8
Food104.8
Transportation109.7
Healthcare103.9
Utilities103.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,119
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,379
per month
The overall cost of living index in Scotland is 105.7, which is 5.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 103.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,520 per year to cover basic expenses.