Cost of Living in Arnot, PA

With a cost of living index of 74, Arnot, PA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 26% cheaper than the national average and 9% below the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Arnot is a small community of 493 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Arnot's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,031 (22% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $109,400 (64% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.2x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Arnot is $92,750, which is 23% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 13% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Arnot. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.3°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 30°F. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches spread over roughly 137 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.