Cost of Living in West Reading, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.2
100 = national avg
+4.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,867
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,414
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing117.8
Food97.4
Transportation94.7
Healthcare97.9
Utilities102.0
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 West Reading is 104.2, which is 4.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 117.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,867 per year to cover basic expenses.