Cost of Living in Ashland, PA

With a cost of living index of 61, Ashland, PA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 39% cheaper than the national average and 22% below the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Ashland is a small community of 2,495 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Ashland's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $747 (43% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $60,000 (80% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.1x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Ashland is $52,283, which is 30% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Ashland. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.1°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 30°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches spread over roughly 149 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.