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Cost of Living in Moshannon, PA

Population: 291 | Pennsylvania

83
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Moshannon is 17% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
42
Home Values
94
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Moshannon, PA: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 83, Moshannon, PA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 17% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Pennsylvania state average. Moshannon is a small community of 291 residents.

The median household income in Moshannon is $50,795, which is 32% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Everyday prices in the State College, 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$50,795
vs US Median ($75,149)
-32%

Housing

Median Home Value
$128,500
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$941/mo

Everyday Prices in Moshannon

BLS Average Prices for the State College, PA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$3.01
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-2% vs US
🥚
$2.46
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-2% vs US
🥛
$3.96
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-2% vs US
🍞
$1.82
Bread (white)
per lb
-2% vs US
🍗
$4.07
Chicken breast
per lb
-2% vs US
$0.22
Electricity
per kWh
+19% vs US

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