Cost of Living in Shelltown, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.9
100 = national avg
+11.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,245
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,397
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing61.0
Food143.8
Transportation103.4
Healthcare135.0
Utilities118.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$948
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,138
per month
The overall cost of living index in Shelltown is 111.9, which is 11.9% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 61.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,245 per year to cover basic expenses.