Cost of Living in South Temple, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.9
100 = national avg
+22.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,072
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,806
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing138.1
Food109.9
Transportation119.7
Healthcare107.9
Utilities113.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,237
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,575
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Temple is 122.9, which is 22.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 138.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,072 per year to cover basic expenses.