Cost of Living in Temple, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.1
100 = national avg
+13.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,776
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,653
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing123.8
Food104.9
Transportation109.7
Healthcare103.9
Utilities107.7
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 Temple is 113.1, which is 13.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 123.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,776 per year to cover basic expenses.