Cost of Living in New Schaefferstown, PA

With a cost of living index of 101, New Schaefferstown, PA is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% more expensive than the national average and 18% above the Pennsylvania state average of 83. New Schaefferstown is a small community of 210 residents.

The median household income in New Schaefferstown is $66,250, which is 12% lower than the national median of $75,149.

Everyday prices in the Reading, 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.