Cost of Living in Sewickley, PA

With a cost of living index of 99, Sewickley, PA is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% cheaper than the national average and 16% above the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Sewickley is a small community of 3,850 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Sewickley's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $961 (27% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $449,700 (47% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.7x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Sewickley is $94,828, which is 26% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 12% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Pittsburgh, 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.