Cost of Living in Roots, PA

With a cost of living index of 88, Roots, PA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 12% cheaper than the national average and 5% above the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Roots is a small community of 239 residents.

The median household income in Roots is $106,411, which is 42% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Everyday prices in the Altoona, 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.