Cost of Living in Washington, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.8
100 = national avg
-13.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,196
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,282
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.8
Food90.0
Transportation81.5
Healthcare92.0
Utilities91.6
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 Washington is 86.8, which is 13.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,196 per year to cover basic expenses.