Cost of Living in Downingtown, PA

With a cost of living index of 109, Downingtown, PA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 9% more expensive than the national average and 26% above the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Downingtown is a smaller community of 8,163 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Downingtown's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,528 (16% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $322,500 (6% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.9x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Downingtown is $82,292, which is 10% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 22% 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 Downingtown. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.3°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 33°F. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches spread over roughly 128 days.

Everyday prices in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD (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.