Cost of Living in East Stroudsburg, PA

With a cost of living index of 91, East Stroudsburg, PA is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 9% cheaper than the national average and 8% above the Pennsylvania state average of 83. East Stroudsburg is a smaller community of 9,278 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in East Stroudsburg's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,375 (4% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $199,200 (35% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.2x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in East Stroudsburg is $61,792, which is 18% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 27% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. 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 East Stroudsburg. The area sees an average annual temperature of 45.8°F, with summers averaging 66°F and winters around 25°F. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches spread over roughly 161 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.