Bethlehem township, PA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Bethlehem township, Pennsylvania?
$6,060 / month
for a family, 12.2% more expensive than the national average A total of $72,720 for the year for a family.
$4,533 / month
for a single person, 4.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $54,400 for the year for a single person.

Bethlehem township cost of living score
97
Less expensive
3.0% lower
than the US average
2.5% higher
than the Pennsylvania average
Bethlehem township, Pennsylvania gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 97, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 3.0% lower than the U.S. average and 2.5% lower than the average for Pennsylvania.

Bethlehem township, PA

Housing costs in Bethlehem township?
A typical home costs $380,400, which is 12.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 56.7% more expensive than the average Pennsylvania home, at $242,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Bethlehem township costs $1,720 per month, which is 20.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 29.7% more than the state average of $1,210.

Can I afford Bethlehem township?
To live comfortably in Bethlehem township, Pennsylvania, a minimum annual income of $72,720 for a family, and $54,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Bethlehem township?
Bethlehem township, PA has a cost of living that is 103.7, which is 3.7 points higher than the US average cost of living at 100. This means that the cost of goods and services in Bethlehem township is slightly higher than other areas in the US. Additionally, the house median value in Bethlehem township is $380,400, which is significantly higher than the US average house value of $338,100. As such, those considering to move to Bethlehem township should consider their budgeting needs accordingly.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesBethlehem townshipPennsylvaniaUnited States
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  104.8  Unlock100.0
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    Unlock$242,800$338,100
  98.6  Unlock100.0
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  126.1  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I am a transplant from San Diego, CA. I first moved here in 1997 and left to go back to San Diego in 2003. I have since moved back here to Bethlehem (as of August  More

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