Cost of Living in Plum, PA
Population: 26,873 • 2026 Data
$98,475
Median Household Income
+27% vs national
$1,156
Median Monthly Rent
-14% vs national
$218,600
Median Home Value
-36% vs national
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Plum
The median home value in Plum, PA is $218,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,156, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,218.
Rent-to-income ratio: 14.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Plum, PA is $98,475. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9%, with a labor force of 14,925 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.