Johnston, Rhode Island vs. Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is 18.7% cheaper than Johnston, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $40,674 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Johnston, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Harrisburg
than in Johnston, Rhode Island
Johnston, RI vs. Harrisburg, PA
Compared to Johnston, Harrisburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  15.8% lower
  Health
  25.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% lower