Cost of Living in Tresckow, PA

With a cost of living index of 89, Tresckow, PA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 11% cheaper than the national average and 6% above the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Tresckow is a small community of 783 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Tresckow's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,463 (11% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $116,700 (62% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Tresckow is $85,804, which is 14% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 20% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Tresckow. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.3°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 31°F. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches spread over roughly 139 days.

Everyday prices in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ (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.