Zip 18109 (Allentown, PA) Cost of Living


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Allentown cost of living score
97.9
Less expensive
2.1% lower
than the US average
3.5% higher
than the Pennsylvania average
Allentown (zip 18109), Pennsylvania gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 97.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 2.1% lower than the U.S. average and 3.5% lower than the average for Pennsylvania.

Zip 18109 (Allentown, PA)

Housing costs in Allentown?
A typical home costs $207,600, which is 38.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 14.5% less expensive than the average Pennsylvania home, at $242,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Allentown costs $1,330 per month, which is 9.9% more than the national average of $1,210 and 6.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,410.

Can I afford Allentown?
To live comfortably in Allentown (zip 18109), Pennsylvania, a minimum annual income of $39,600 for a family, and $42,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Allentown?
The cost of living in 18109 Allentown, PA is relatively affordable and low compared to other cities. According to Best Places, the cost of living index is 81, which is 19 points lower than the national average. The median home price in this zip code is $111,700, with a majority of the homes being single family residences. Renters can expect to pay an average of $764/mo for a 1 bedroom apartment and $868/mo for a 2 bedroom apartment. Grocery prices are 9% lower than the national average and healthcare costs are 10% lower than the national average. Overall, 18109 Allentown provides an affordable place to live while still providing access to many city amenities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAllentownPennsylvaniaUnited States
  97.994.6100.0
  101.6100.3100
  102.4101.1100.0
  60.880.5100.0
  $207,600$242,800$338,100
  103.3%98.2%100.0%
  97.5104.0100.0
  124.6101.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 6 years ago

The city of Allentown is a rising city much thanks to our former mayor despite his indiscretions he actually brought this city back I have been living here over 50 years  More

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