Cost of Living in Scottdale, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
84.3
100 = national avg
-15.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,104
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,702
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing73.7
Food93.3
Transportation86.6
Healthcare94.6
Utilities90.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,299
per month
The overall cost of living index in Scottdale is 84.3, which is 15.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 73.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,104 per year to cover basic expenses.