Cost of Living in Earlston, PA

With a cost of living index of 68, Earlston, PA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 32% cheaper than the national average and 15% below the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Earlston is a small community of 1,145 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Earlston's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $708 (46% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $157,200 (48% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Earlston is $69,766, which is 7% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 12% 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 Earlston. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 31°F. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches spread over roughly 136 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.