Cost of Living in The Hideout, PA

With a cost of living index of 88, The Hideout, 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. The Hideout is a small community of 2,339 residents.

The median household income in The Hideout is $56,901, which is 24% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to The Hideout. The area sees an average annual temperature of 45.8°F, with summers averaging 66°F and winters around 25°F. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches spread over roughly 161 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.