Cost of Living in Wayne, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
219.5
100 = national avg
+119.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$96,582
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$228,285
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing278.5
Food160.0
Transportation220.1
Healthcare148.0
Utilities171.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wayne is 219.5, which is 119.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 278.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $96,582 per year to cover basic expenses.