Cost of Living in Fayette County, PA

What does it cost to live in Fayette County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$55,579

Median Rent

$754/mo

Median Home

$121,800

Affordability

593

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$616
Property Tax$124
Insurance$41

Total Monthly$781
% of Income16.9%

Renting

Median Rent$754
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$779
% of Income16.3%

Living in Fayette County, Pennsylvania

Fayette County has a median household income of $55,579 with housing costs that represent 16.9% of income for owners and 16.3% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.