Ashland, Ohio vs. Altoona, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Pennsylvania is 5.2% more expensive than Ashland, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $52,602 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Ashland, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Ashland, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
23% more expensive in Altoona
than in Ashland, Ohio
Ashland, OH vs. Altoona, PA
Compared to Ashland, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% higher
      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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  23.9% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% higher