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Huntingdon, PA

Cost of living in Huntingdon County, PA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,656/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 43,844 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $739 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $424 16%
Groceries $341 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $92 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Huntingdon County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$714
per month
1 bedroom
$739
per month
2 bedroom
$908
per month
3 bedroom
$1,196
per month
4 bedroom
$1,465
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Huntingdon County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,429
per year
Individual earnings
$35,965
per year
Per capita
$32,158
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Huntingdon County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$180,300
Annual property tax
$1,648

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Huntingdon 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 Huntingdon County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.0%

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 Huntingdon 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 Huntingdon County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.7 min
Drive alone
77.6%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
6.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Huntingdon County

What it costs to live in Huntingdon County each month.

Single person
$2,656
per month
  • Rent $739
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $341
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $424
  • State tax $92
Couple
$3,976
per month
  • Rent $908
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $565
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $741
  • State tax $167
Family
$6,414
per month
  • Rent $1,196
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $857
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $741
  • State tax $167

Frequently asked questions about Huntingdon County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Huntingdon County?

In Huntingdon County, PA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $739 per month, a two-bedroom averages $908 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,196 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Huntingdon County?

In Huntingdon County, PA, the average household income is $65,429 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,965 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Huntingdon County?

The estimated cost of living in Huntingdon County, PA is approximately $2,656 per month for a single person, $3,976 for a couple, $6,414 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Huntingdon County?

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

Is Huntingdon County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Huntingdon County, PA would need approximately $2,656 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,429 per year ($5,452 per month). Huntingdon County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Huntingdon County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Huntingdon County, PA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Huntingdon County?

The average home value in Huntingdon County, PA is $180,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,648, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Huntingdon 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