Cost of Living in Cumbola, PA

With a cost of living index of 69, Cumbola, PA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 31% cheaper than the national average and 14% below the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Cumbola is a small community of 235 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Cumbola's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $933 (29% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $90,000 (70% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.7x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Cumbola is $52,917, which is 30% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 21% 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 Cumbola. The area sees an average annual temperature of 53.7°F, with summers averaging 74°F and winters around 33°F. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches spread over roughly 129 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.