Pocono, PA Cost of Living


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Pocono cost of living score
94.9
Less expensive
5.1% lower
than the US average
0.3% higher
than the Pennsylvania average
Pocono, Pennsylvania gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 94.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.1% lower than the U.S. average and 0.3% lower than the average for Pennsylvania.

Pocono, PA

Housing costs in Pocono?
A typical home costs $312,700, which is 7.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.8% more expensive than the average Pennsylvania home, at $242,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Pocono costs $1,470 per month, which is 2.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 17.7% more than the state average of $1,210.

Can I afford Pocono?
To live comfortably in Pocono, Pennsylvania, a minimum annual income of $59,760 for a family, and $44,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Pocono?
The cost of living in Pocono, PA is quite reasonable. According to the Cost of Living Index, Pocono ranks fairly well compared to other areas in the US and is considered to be more affordable than most cities in Pennsylvania. The average sales tax rate is 6%, which is lower than many other states. The median household income in this area is approximately $49,000, making it a great place for people looking for an affordable place to live with a good quality of life. Additionally, the property taxes in Pocono are among some of the lowest in the state. With all these factors taken into account, Pocono is an ideal location for those wanting to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle at an affordable cost.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPoconoPennsylvaniaUnited States
  94.994.6100.0
  102.4100.3100
  95.6101.1100.0
  82.080.5100.0
  $312,700$242,800$338,100
  96.4%98.2%100.0%
  111.8104.0100.0
  107.0101.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 9 years ago

I like many things about my move from NYC to Tannersville, PA. The country view and the open roads are GREAT. The cost of living here is lower than the city and there  More

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Over 9 years ago

Sadly school and property taxes make this place next to impossible at the average local earnings rate. Supposedly PA has a ancient two tear tax structure that makes  More

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Over 17 years ago

The cost of living out weighs the Income  More

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