Cost of Living in Wyoming, PA

Population 3,111 · Pennsylvania · Data vintage 2023

58
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Buyers in Wyoming can reasonably expect a home to cost less than three years of household income — $153,000 against $76,286 in typical earnings — a ratio that has collapsed to 5:1 or worse in much of the country. An unemployment rate of 2.5% points to a labor market well on the tight side of the national distribution.

Geographically, Wyoming is about 55 miles northwest of Allentown, the nearest large metro. Median home values run roughly 19% lower than Allentown's $189,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 50
Rent 70

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Wyoming

The median home value in Wyoming is $152,800 — 50% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $915/month, 30% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $76,286/year is 2% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 2.5%, below the national average of 4.8%. Pennsylvania's top state income tax rate is 3.1% and the combined sales tax is 6.3%. The climate averages highs of 61.0°F and lows of 41.6°F, with about 45.1" of annual snowfall. Overall, Wyoming has a cost of living index of 58 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 42% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$152,800
50% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$313,992
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$915/mo
30% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
13.9x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
1.6%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$779
1 BR
$871
2 BR
$1,065
3 BR
$1,337
4 BR
$1,547
Owner-occupied 68.2%
Renter-occupied 31.8%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$915
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,529/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
19.2 min
29% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
14.6%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
83.6%
Carpooled
1.8%
Work from home
14.6%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax (flat) 3.1%
Total Sales Tax 6.3%
State rate 6.0%
Avg local rate 0.3%
Property Tax 1.6%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$76,286
2% above avg
Per Capita Income
$46,158
Unemployment Rate
2.5%
47% below avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Labor Force Participation
66.4%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 26.5%
Graduate degree 16.1%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 43.9
Male median age 39.8
Female median age 53.6

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
61.0°F
Avg Low
41.6°F
Annual Precip
38.7"
Annual Snowfall
45.1"
20° 38° 55° 73° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 363948617280858275635140
Low °F 202229395058636154433426
Precip" 2.592.072.773.263.263.803.613.854.153.712.852.80
Snow" 11.710.910.10.80.00.00.00.00.00.73.27.7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Wyoming, PA?

Wyoming has a cost index of 58 (100 = national average). It is 42% below the national average.

What is average rent in Wyoming, PA?

The median gross rent in Wyoming is $915 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Wyoming?

The median home value in Wyoming is $152,800 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Wyoming?

The median household income in Wyoming is $76,286 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Wyoming, PA?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Wyoming is 6.3%. The Pennsylvania state income tax top rate is 3.1%.

Is Wyoming, PA affordable?

Yes, Wyoming is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 58 — about 42% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Wyoming?

Wyoming has average high temperatures of 61.0°F and average lows of 41.6°F. Annual precipitation is 38.7". Average annual snowfall is 45.1". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Wyoming at a Glance

Population
3,111
Median Income
$76,286
Home Value
$152,800
Median Rent
$915/mo
Unemployment
2.5%
Avg High Temp
61.0°F
Sales Tax
6.3%
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