Garrett, PA Cost of Living


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Garrett cost of living score
76.7
Less expensive
23.3% lower
than the US average
18.9% lower
than the Pennsylvania average
Garrett, Pennsylvania gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.3% lower than the U.S. average and 18.9% higher than the average for Pennsylvania.

Garrett, PA

Housing costs in Garrett?
A typical home costs $131,300, which is 61.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 45.9% less expensive than the average Pennsylvania home, at $242,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Garrett costs $840 per month, which is 41.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 44.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,210.

Can I afford Garrett?
To live comfortably in Garrett, Pennsylvania, a minimum annual income of $25,200 for a family, and $28,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Garrett?
Garrett, PA is a great place for those looking to move away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The cost of living is quite reasonable here, with the median home value in 2019 being around $138,000. Homeowners will benefit from the low property taxes, which are about $1,900 per year on average. There are also plenty of affordable rental options available in town, with the median rent costing around $800 monthly. Food and transportation costs remain relatively low when compared to other cities. All in all, living in Garrett can be an affordable option for those looking to escape city life without sacrificing too much in terms of quality of life or budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGarrettPennsylvaniaUnited States
  76.794.6100.0
  96.1100.3100
  101.4101.1100.0
  23.180.5100.0
  $131,300$242,800$338,100
  93.2%98.2%100.0%
  80.9104.0100.0
  91.7101.5100.0

   100=National Average

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