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Cost of living in Cameron County, PA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,589/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,475 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $692 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $407 16%
Groceries $341 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $89 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Cameron County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$664
per month
1 bedroom
$692
per month
2 bedroom
$908
per month
3 bedroom
$1,094
per month
4 bedroom
$1,336
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Cameron County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$47,681
per year
Individual earnings
$34,935
per year
Per capita
$29,242
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Cameron County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$88,200
Annual property tax
$1,470

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Cameron County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$143
per month · 17.9¢/kWh
Natural gas
$62
per month
Annual total
$2,460
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Cameron County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
2.5%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Cameron County

State and local tax rates for Pennsylvania.

State income tax
3.1%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.3%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Cameron County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.9 min
Drive alone
82.2%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
2.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Cameron County

What it costs to live in Cameron County each month.

Single person
$2,589
per month
  • Rent $692
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $341
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $407
  • State tax $89
Couple
$3,648
per month
  • Rent $908
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $565
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $458
  • State tax $122
Family
$5,984
per month
  • Rent $1,094
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $857
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $458
  • State tax $122

Frequently asked questions about Cameron County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Cameron County?

In Cameron County, PA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $692 per month, a two-bedroom averages $908 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,094 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Cameron County?

In Cameron County, PA, the average household income is $47,681 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,935 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Cameron County?

The estimated cost of living in Cameron County, PA is approximately $2,589 per month for a single person, $3,648 for a couple, $5,984 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Cameron County?

The combined sales tax rate in Cameron County, PA is 6.34%, which includes the Pennsylvania state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.34%.

Is Cameron County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Cameron County, PA would need approximately $2,589 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $47,681 per year ($3,973 per month). Cameron County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Cameron County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Cameron County, PA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 2.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Cameron County?

The average home value in Cameron County, PA is $88,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,470, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Cameron County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources