Berea, Kentucky vs. Reading, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reading, Pennsylvania is 11.6% more expensive than Berea, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $55,812 in Reading, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Berea, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reading, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Berea, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Reading
than in Berea, Kentucky
Berea, KY vs. Reading, PA
Compared to Berea, Reading is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  35.5% higher
  Health
  11.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher