Cost of Living in Fairdale, PA

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18%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
45%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Fairdale Pennsylvania National
Cost of living8297100
Groceries97100100
Health care9399100
Housing5590100
Transportation96101100
Utilities9199100
Lifestyle & Entertainment93100100
Household Items9499100
Education & Childcare89101100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Fairdale is 15% lower than the Pennsylvania average
  • The cost of living in Fairdale is 18% lower than the national average
  • Fairdale housing is 45% lower than the national average
  • Pennsylvania general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Pennsylvania state income tax is 18% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$103,866$8,656$2,423$3,116
      Renters$18,095$1,508$422$543

      Pennsylvania Sales Tax

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      Pennsylvania 6% 8%

      Pennsylvania Income Tax

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      Pennsylvania 3.07% 3.07%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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