Cost of Living in Monroe County, PA

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

Median Income

$80,656

Median Rent

$1,311/mo

Median Home

$221,100

Affordability

430

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,118
Property Tax$370
Insurance$74

Total Monthly$1,562
% of Income23.2%

Renting

Median Rent$1,311
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,336
% of Income19.5%

Living in Monroe County, Pennsylvania

Monroe County has a median household income of $80,656 with housing costs that represent 23.2% of income for owners and 19.5% 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.