Allentown, Pennsylvania vs. Elmira, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elmira, New York is 14.1% cheaper than Allentown, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $171,828 in Elmira, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elmira, New York is cheaper than Allentown, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Elmira
than in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Allentown, PA vs. Elmira, NY
Compared to Allentown, Elmira is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% lower
  Commute
  22.6% lower
  Health
  14.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower