Muhlenberg, PA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Muhlenberg, Pennsylvania?
$3,810 / month
for a family, 29.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $45,720 for the year for a family.
$3,233 / month
for a single person, 32.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $38,800 for the year for a single person.

Muhlenberg cost of living score
94
Less expensive
6.0% lower
than the US average
0.6% lower
than the Pennsylvania average
Muhlenberg, Pennsylvania gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 94, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 6.0% lower than the U.S. average and 0.6% higher than the average for Pennsylvania.

Muhlenberg, PA

Housing costs in Muhlenberg?
A typical home costs $238,700, which is 29.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 1.7% less expensive than the average Pennsylvania home, at $242,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Muhlenberg costs $1,240 per month, which is 13.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.4% more than the state average of $1,210.

Can I afford Muhlenberg?
To live comfortably in Muhlenberg, Pennsylvania, a minimum annual income of $45,720 for a family, and $38,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Muhlenberg?
The cost of living in Muhlenberg, PA is generally quite affordable. Housing costs are relatively low compared to the rest of the US, with the median home price being around $114,000. Groceries are also fairly priced and transportation costs are moderate. The overall cost of living in Muhlenberg is approximately 10% lower than the US average, making it a great place to live for those who want to save money.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMuhlenbergPennsylvaniaUnited States
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    Unlock$242,800$338,100
  100.5  Unlock100.0
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  109.0  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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In the Western Area-Reading Crest Park, Stoudts Ferry Park, Laurelain Park, Laurel Run Park, Felix Dam, Pioneer Grove, Jim Deitrich Park (north western part of  More

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Muhlenberg township WAS a gr8 place to live a bit ago, but many low income families from Reading moved here and that is reflected in all the discount stores in the area.  More

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Muhlenberg is situated at the outskirts of Reading, north of the city. The only "highway" route to the Northeast from this area is state route 222, which is infamous for  More

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