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York-Hanover, PA

Cost of living in York County, PA

Part of the York Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,178/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 459,312 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,076 34%
Federal tax $584 18%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $341 11%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $205 6%
State tax $117 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in York County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$953
per month
1 bedroom
$1,076
per month
2 bedroom
$1,342
per month
3 bedroom
$1,818
per month
4 bedroom
$1,883
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in York County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$82,238
per year
Individual earnings
$45,744
per year
Per capita
$40,530
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in York County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$235,000
Annual property tax
$3,947

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in York 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 York County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.7%

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 York 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 York County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.6 min
Drive alone
78.5%
Public transit
0.8%
Work from home
10.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for York County

What it costs to live in York County each month.

Single person
$3,178
per month
  • Rent $1,076
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $341
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $584
  • State tax $117
Couple
$4,728
per month
  • Rent $1,342
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $565
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,016
  • State tax $210
Family
$7,354
per month
  • Rent $1,818
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $857
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,016
  • State tax $210

Frequently asked questions about York County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in York County?

In York County, PA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,076 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,342 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,818 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in York County?

In York County, PA, the average household income is $82,238 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,744 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in York County?

The estimated cost of living in York County, PA is approximately $3,178 per month for a single person, $4,728 for a couple, $7,354 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in York County?

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

Is York County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in York County, PA would need approximately $3,178 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $82,238 per year ($6,853 per month). York County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in York County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in York County, PA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in York County?

The average home value in York County, PA is $235,000, with average annual property taxes of $3,947, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does York County compare to other areas?

You can compare York County, PA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. York County is in the York-Hanover, PA metro area.

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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