Lomita, California vs. Altoona, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Pennsylvania is 54.5% cheaper than Lomita, California.

You would need a salary of $22,749 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Lomita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Lomita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% cheaper in Altoona
than in Lomita, California
Lomita, CA vs. Altoona, PA
Compared to Lomita, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.5% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  45.3% lower
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower