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Pennsylvania families need nearly $248,000 in annual income to live comfortably, according to a new report from SmartAsset.

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August 26, 2026

Report: Pennsylvania families need $248,000 to live comfortably

By CHRISTEN SMITH The Center Square

(The Center Square) — Pennsylvania families need nearly $248,000 in annual income to live comforta...

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