Thompson, PA Cost of Living


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Thompson cost of living score
80.2
Less expensive
19.8% lower
than the US average
15.2% lower
than the Pennsylvania average
Thompson, Pennsylvania gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 80.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 19.8% lower than the U.S. average and 15.2% higher than the average for Pennsylvania.

Thompson, PA

Housing costs in Thompson?
A typical home costs $98,300, which is 70.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 59.5% less expensive than the average Pennsylvania home, at $242,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Thompson costs $910 per month, which is 36.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 33.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,210.

Can I afford Thompson?
To live comfortably in Thompson, Pennsylvania, a minimum annual income of $18,720 for a family, and $28,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Thompson?
The cost of living in Thompson borough, PA is relatively low compared to other cities in the state. Rent and housing costs are typically lower than average, making it an affordable place to live. Groceries, healthcare, transportation and other basic necessities also tend to be relatively low-cost. Additionally, the local tax rate is one of the lowest in Pennsylvania, which helps keep costs down for residents. All in all, the cost of living in Thompson borough is quite attractive for those looking for a more budget-friendly lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesThompsonPennsylvaniaUnited States
  80.294.6100.0
  98.5100.3100
  90.5101.1100.0
  28.980.5100.0
  $98,300$242,800$338,100
  97.9%98.2%100.0%
  91.9104.0100.0
  85.3101.5100.0

   100=National Average

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