Cost of living in Allegheny

In Allegheny, United States, living costs about $2123 per month for one person and $4980 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Allegheny compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Allegheny are 49% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Allegheny compare to your city?

Allegheny is 42% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Allegheny is, on average, 50% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Allegheny?

Who is Allegheny a good fit for?

Allegheny is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Allegheny so expensive?

The high cost of living in Allegheny is primarily due to elevated rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall expenses.

Is food expensive in Allegheny?

Yes, food costs are 30% higher than the European benchmark, contributing to the overall expense of living.

Is public transport affordable in Allegheny?

Public transport in Allegheny is 9% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable compared to other expenses.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2123 $
Without Rent
826 $
Rent & Utilities
1297 $
Food
620 $
Transport
68 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4298 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
130.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 17.7 $
Dinner 59.4 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 4.96 $
Capuccino 4.74 $
Coke, 330ml 2.73 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.17 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.49 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.77 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.44 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.9 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 12 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 16.8 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.72 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.64 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.6 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.75 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.28 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.12 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.38 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.08 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 15.6 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.28 $
Cigarette pack 10.4 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.68 $
Monthly Pass 89.8 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.01 $
Taxi, 8 km 17.2 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 95.5 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.18 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.9 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.48 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.89 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 143 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 221 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 64.7 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,000 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,750 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,446 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,569 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,78 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,302 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,298 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.62%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 37.6 $
Cinema, 1 seat 13.7 $
Haircut 17.9 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 81.1 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 46.3 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,298 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 22,248 $

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Allegheny vs Toronto (Toronto is 21% more expensive) Allegheny vs Montreal (Montreal is 8% less expensive) Allegheny vs Calgary (Calgary is 1% more expensive) Allegheny vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 5% more expensive) Allegheny vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 16% less expensive) Allegheny vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 17% less expensive) Allegheny vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 16% more expensive) Allegheny vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 25% more expensive) Allegheny vs Brampton (Brampton is 0% more expensive) Allegheny vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 1% more expensive)
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Allegheny vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 36% less expensive) Allegheny vs Holetown (Holetown is 35% less expensive)
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Allegheny vs Panama City (Panama City is 35% less expensive) Allegheny vs Colon (Colon is 44% less expensive) Allegheny vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 42% less expensive) Allegheny vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 50% less expensive) Allegheny vs David (David is 61% less expensive) Allegheny vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 55% less expensive) Allegheny vs Balboa (Balboa is 41% less expensive) Allegheny vs Pacora (Pacora is 41% less expensive) Allegheny vs Chitre (Chitre is 49% less expensive) Allegheny vs Penonome (Penonome is 48% less expensive)
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Allegheny vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 42% less expensive) Allegheny vs Cayon (Cayon is 41% less expensive)
Cuba
Allegheny vs Havana (Havana is 52% less expensive) Allegheny vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 33% less expensive) Allegheny vs Holguin (Holguin is 40% less expensive) Allegheny vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 28% less expensive) Allegheny vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 50% less expensive) Allegheny vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 45% less expensive) Allegheny vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 27% less expensive) Allegheny vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 27% less expensive) Allegheny vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 48% less expensive) Allegheny vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 59% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Allegheny vs San Jose (San Jose is 42% less expensive) Allegheny vs Limon (Limon is 43% less expensive) Allegheny vs Liberia (Liberia is 58% less expensive) Allegheny vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 42% less expensive) Allegheny vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 40% less expensive) Allegheny vs Cartago (Cartago is 55% less expensive) Allegheny vs Heredia (Heredia is 41% less expensive) Allegheny vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 21% less expensive) Allegheny vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 38% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Allegheny vs Castries (Castries is 45% less expensive) Allegheny vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 44% less expensive)
Jamaica
Allegheny vs Kingston (Kingston is 38% less expensive) Allegheny vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 63% less expensive) Allegheny vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 52% less expensive) Allegheny vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 45% less expensive) Allegheny vs May Pen (May Pen is 61% less expensive) Allegheny vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 54% less expensive) Allegheny vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 60% less expensive) Allegheny vs Linstead (Linstead is 51% less expensive) Allegheny vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 47% less expensive) Allegheny vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 46% less expensive)
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Allegheny vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 44% less expensive) Allegheny vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 67% less expensive) Allegheny vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 45% less expensive) Allegheny vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 49% less expensive) Allegheny vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 45% less expensive) Allegheny vs Apopa (Apopa is 46% less expensive) Allegheny vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 43% less expensive) Allegheny vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 31% less expensive) Allegheny vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 49% less expensive) Allegheny vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 58% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Allegheny vs St. John's (St. John's is 49% less expensive) Allegheny vs All Saints (All Saints is 49% less expensive)
Grenada
Allegheny vs St. George's (St. George's is 50% less expensive) Allegheny vs Grenville (Grenville is 50% less expensive)
Dominica
Allegheny vs Roseau (Roseau is 53% less expensive) Allegheny vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 46% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Allegheny vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 54% less expensive) Allegheny vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 53% less expensive)
Belize
Allegheny vs Belize City (Belize City is 59% less expensive) Allegheny vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 49% less expensive) Allegheny vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 66% less expensive) Allegheny vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 37% less expensive) Allegheny vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 26% less expensive)
Guatemala
Allegheny vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 53% less expensive) Allegheny vs Mixco (Mixco is 70% less expensive) Allegheny vs Coban (Coban is 57% less expensive) Allegheny vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 63% less expensive) Allegheny vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 57% less expensive) Allegheny vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 58% less expensive) Allegheny vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 59% less expensive) Allegheny vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 59% less expensive) Allegheny vs Flores (Flores is 60% less expensive) Allegheny vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 63% less expensive)
Honduras
Allegheny vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 61% less expensive) Allegheny vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 51% less expensive) Allegheny vs Choloma (Choloma is 72% less expensive) Allegheny vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 69% less expensive) Allegheny vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 58% less expensive) Allegheny vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 59% less expensive) Allegheny vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 66% less expensive) Allegheny vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 66% less expensive) Allegheny vs Yoro (Yoro is 65% less expensive) Allegheny vs La Lima (La Lima is 59% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Allegheny vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 63% less expensive) Allegheny vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 51% less expensive) Allegheny vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 64% less expensive) Allegheny vs Higuey (Higuey is 64% less expensive) Allegheny vs La Vega (La Vega is 73% less expensive) Allegheny vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 61% less expensive) Allegheny vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 66% less expensive) Allegheny vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 75% less expensive) Allegheny vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 71% less expensive) Allegheny vs Bonao (Bonao is 74% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Allegheny vs Managua (Managua is 64% less expensive) Allegheny vs Leon (Leon is 70% less expensive) Allegheny vs Masaya (Masaya is 66% less expensive) Allegheny vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 74% less expensive) Allegheny vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 70% less expensive) Allegheny vs Esteli (Esteli is 72% less expensive) Allegheny vs Granada (Granada is 67% less expensive) Allegheny vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 78% less expensive) Allegheny vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 69% less expensive) Allegheny vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 58% less expensive)