Cost of Living in Inkerman, PA

With a cost of living index of 102, Inkerman, PA is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 2% more expensive than the national average and 19% above the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Inkerman is a small community of 1,568 residents.

The median household income in Inkerman is $50,236, which is 33% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 35% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Everyday prices in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, 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.