Cost of Living in Woodside, PA

With a cost of living index of 128, Woodside, PA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 28% more expensive than the national average and 45% above the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Woodside is a small community of 2,676 residents.

The median household income in Woodside is $178,333, which is 137% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Woodside. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54.1°F, with summers averaging 74°F and winters around 34°F. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches spread over roughly 126 days.

Everyday prices in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD (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.