Cost of Living in Northumberland County, PA

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

Median Income

$55,952

Median Rent

$751/mo

Median Home

$141,300

Affordability

515

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$714
Property Tax$144
Insurance$47

Total Monthly$905
% of Income19.4%

Renting

Median Rent$751
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$776
% of Income16.1%

Living in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania

Northumberland County has a median household income of $55,952 with housing costs that represent 19.4% of income for owners and 16.1% 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.