| Harrisburg, PA | Reading, PA | United States |
Overall | 89.8 | 94.0 | 100 |
Food & Groceries | 97.2 | 97.1 | 100 |
Health | 109.4 | 115.3 | 100 |
Housing | 64.5 | 62.2 | 100 |
Median Home Cost | $212,400 | $206,000 | $338,100 |
Utilities | 10,240.0% | 10,090.0% | 10,000.0% |
Transportation | 88.3 | 99.2 | 100 |
Miscellaneous | 128.1 | 109.0 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Harrisburg 23 Reviews
I wouldn't recommend Harrisburg. I currently live here, but I'm moving to Lancaster in a month. The problem with Harrisburg is that many long-term residents often refer More
I moved to Harrisburg right after college and have been here for about 6 years now. This city is OK. Downtown has some nicer restaurants, but still has just as many More
Having lived here many years I've noticed that some people are very nice but most won't give you the time of day.Due to many years of "lifetime" politicians, the city is More
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Having lived in Reading in the 1960's and early 1970's I can definitely say the city has gone downhill as it has in reality been a victim of two major forces; first More
Berks County is beautiful in the fall. Cool, crisp air and the trees are a pallet of More
Well to start, in the past 8 years ive lived in 7 states, some pros and cons. Tucson I loved in all respects except its not as nice as living in a small town but it More
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