Cost of Living in Seward, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.7
100 = national avg
-25.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,856
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$77,659
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.9
Food88.2
Transportation76.4
Healthcare90.6
Utilities84.9
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 Seward is 74.7, which is 25.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,856 per year to cover basic expenses.