Cost of Living in Boalsburg, PA

With a cost of living index of 104, Boalsburg, PA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 4% more expensive than the national average and 21% above the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Boalsburg is a small community of 4,653 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Boalsburg's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,269 (4% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $400,000 (31% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.7x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Boalsburg is $106,806, which is 42% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 14% 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 Boalsburg. The area sees an average annual temperature of 48.7°F, with summers averaging 69°F and winters around 28°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches spread over roughly 177 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the State College, PA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.